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When does instantaneous speed equal average speed?

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In an accelerated motion
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In a decelerated motion
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in a uniform motion with zero acceleration
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Never
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Solution

The correct option is D in a uniform motion with zero acceleration
Instantaneous speed means speed of a body measured at any instant during the motion.
At any point of time, instantaneous speed will be equal to the average speed only if the body moves with a uniform speed throughout.

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