Question

A satellite orbits the Earth at constant speed. Is this an unbalanced or balanced force?

Answer 1

Answer:  

An unbalanced force is one that causes a change in the motion of the object to which the force is applied. An object at rest or an object in steady motion continues at rest or in unchanged motion unless it is subjected to an unbalanced force.

Balance forces are two forces acting in opposite directions on an object, and equal in size. Anytime there is a balanced force on an object, the object stays still or continues moving continues to move at the same speed and in the same direction.

Explanation:

A satellite orbiting Earth at constant speed would be considered an unbalanced force because it is an object in steady motion and it will remain in steady motion unless it is subjected to an unbalanced force.