What are potential outcomes of a resultant force that is not equal to zero?

When the resultant force acting on an object is not equal to zero, it indicates that there is a net force influencing the object's state of motion. According to Newton's Second Law of Motion, an object will accelerate in the direction of the resultant force. This acceleration can manifest as a change in speed, a change in direction, or a change in the shape of the object if the material is deformable.

For instance, if a car accelerates when the driver presses the gas pedal, the resultant force from the car's engine is causing it to change speed (accelerate). Similarly, when an object is pushed sideways, it may also change direction due to the unbalanced force acting on it. In some cases, if the force is applied to a soft material, it might change shape as well.

The other options do not accurately reflect the outcome of a resultant force that is not zero. There will indeed be a change in motion due to the net force, which rules out the possibility of "no change in motion." Also, mass or weight is a property of matter that does not change simply because a force is applied. Lastly, while acceleration is involved, it is not the only possible outcome; changes in speed and direction should also be noted,