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Q · Motion in a Straight lineMedium · 45s
If a body returns to its starting point, the total displacement is:
TopicMotion in a Straight line
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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Displacement depends on initial and final positions. If they are the same, displacement is zero.
Final Answer: Option B — Zero