Due to strong intermolecular forces, have a fixed shape.

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Solution

The correct option is B solids
Particles of the matter have forces acting between them that keeps them together.
Force of attraction between the particles in three states follow the order: solids > liquids > gases.

Since particles of solids have strong intermolecular forces, so they cannot move away from their place and have a fixed shape.

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