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If a body moves along a straight line, it is said to be in:

A

Circular motion

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Periodic motion

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C

Rectilinear motion

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Oscillatory motion

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Solution

The correct option is B Rectilinear motion

Objects that move in a straight line are said to be in rectilinear motion.
Examples: Vehicles moving on a straight road, marching of soldiers in a parade.

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