An object has moved through a distance. Can it have zero displacement? If yes, support your answer with an example.

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Chapter 7 NCERT Class 9 Science SOLUTIONS

1. An object has moved through a distance. Can it have zero displacement? If yes, support your answer with an example.

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An object has moved through a distance. Can it have zero displacement? If yes, support your answer with an example.

Answer:

Yes, at can have zero displacement. If an object moves in a circular path for one complete revolution, then its initial point and final point are the same, so displacement becomes zero.

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