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An inertial reference frame is described by:

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constant velocity

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zero velocity

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C

the effect of gravity on mass

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D

perspective of a stationary observer

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E

constant acceleration

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Solution

The correct option is B constant velocity
The frame moving with a constant speed is termed as the inertial frame of reference.
Thus option A is correct.

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