Question

Which of the following is/are true about the centre of gravity? ( Select all that apply )

• A. It is the point through which the weight of a body acts.
• B. A body can have multiple centres of gravity.
• C. The centre of gravity of an object need not always coincide with its geometric centre.
• D. A body can be balanced at a single point if it coincides with the centre of gravity..

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (C), (D)

The correct options are
A It is the point through which the weight of a body acts.
C The centre of gravity of an object need not always coincide with its geometric centre.
D A body can be balanced at a single point if it coincides with the centre of gravity..

It is the point through which the weight of a body acts. It is unique for every body. For objects having uniform density, centre of gravity coincides with the geometric centre. A body can be balanced at a single point if it coincides with the centre of gravity.