What are the changes possible on an object at rest if we apply on it:
$(a)$ a balanced force?
$(b)$ an unbalanced force?

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(N/A) balanced force does not change the state of rest or motion of an object,but it may change the shape or size of the body.
$(b)$ An unbalanced force will change the state of rest of the object by producing acceleration in the direction of the applied force.

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