Question

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

August 24, 2024

Answer

Yes, zero displacement is possible if an object has moved through a distance. Suppose a body is moving in a circular path and starts moving from point A and it returns back at same point A after completing one revolution, then the distance will be equal to its circumference while displacement will be zero.

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