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The most basic rule of dimensional analysis is that of dimensional homogeneity. Only commensurable quantities may be

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compared

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equated

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added or subtracted

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all of the above

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The correct option is D all of the above
In dimensional analysis, only commensurable quantities may be compared, equated and added or subtracted.

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