Which situation illustrates Newton's first law?

a.

A person slides forward on the seat of a car when the car comes to a sudden stop.

b.

Water splashes from a bucket when it is moved quickly from a resting position.

c.

Blood rushes from your head to your feet when riding on a descending elevator which suddenly stops.

d.

All of the above.

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Zaniyah Carey

14 September, 03:50

Which situation illustrates Newton's first law?

a.

A person slides forward on the seat of a car when the car comes to a sudden stop.

b.

Water splashes from a bucket when it is moved quickly from a resting position.

c.

Blood rushes from your head to your feet when riding on a descending elevator which suddenly stops.

d.

All of the above.

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Gordon Kelley · Answer 1

Newton's first law states that - An object in motion will stay in motion unless compelled to change it's state by the action of an external force.

Thus, your answer is D.