Question

The numerical ratio of displacement to distance for a moving object is:

• A. Always less than 1
• B. Always equal to 1
• C. Always more than 1
• D. Equal or less than 1

Answer 1

The correct option is D

Equal or less than 1

We know, Displacement is the shortest distance between two points and distance is the actual length of the path covered.

Hence, displacement cannot exceed the distance traveled.

Distance and displacement can be equal when a body is traveling in straight line.

Therefore, option d is correct answer.