A book kept on the table is an example of :

dynamic equilibrium

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static equilibrium

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neutral equilibrium

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none of the above

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The correct option is B
static equilibrium

The book lying on a table, the weight of the book exerted on the table vertically downwards is balanced by the equal and opposite force of reaction exerted by the table on the book vertically upwards. Thus, the book is in static equilibrium.

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A book kept on the table is an example of :

The correct option is B static equilibriumThe book lying on a table, the weight of the book exerted on the table vertically downwards is balanced by the equal and opposite force of reaction exerted by the table on the book vertically upwards. Thus, the book is in static equilibrium.

The correct option is B
static equilibrium

The book lying on a table, the weight of the book exerted on the table vertically downwards is balanced by the equal and opposite force of reaction exerted by the table on the book vertically upwards. Thus, the book is in static equilibrium.