The unequal and opposite forces acting on a body, which change its state of rest or uniform motion are called:

unbalanced forces

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unlike parallel forces

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like parallel forces

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all of the above

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Solution

The correct option is B
unlike parallel forces

Unequal forces mean unlike forces and if two forces are in opposite directions it means that they are parallel or they are aligned with the same line of action.
Hence option (b) is correct.

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