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A ball balanced on a vertical rod is an example of

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stable equilibrium
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unstable equilibrium
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neutral equilibrium
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perfect equilibrium
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Solution

The correct option is D unstable equilibrium
Unstable equilibrium is a state of equilibrium in which a small disturbance will produce a large change.
Hence, a ball balanced on a vertical rod is an example of unstable equilibrium

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