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Question

Which of the following can be zero when a particle is in motion for some time?

A
Speed
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Distance
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C
Velocity
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D
Displacement
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Solution

The correct option is D Displacement
During motion, displacement can be zero because displacement doesn’t depend on the path followed. It depends only on the initial and final states. So, if a journey ends at the same position where it started, then the displacement is said to be zero.

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