A body in equilibrium__________________?
Correct answer: C. May be at rest or in uniform motion
- A. Always at rest
- B. Always in uniform motion
- C. May be at rest or in uniform motion
- D. May be at rest or in motion
Explanation
When the resultant force and resultant torque are zero, a body has no acceleration and can either remain at rest or continue with constant velocity. Rest is therefore not required for equilibrium. Students may choose a because they confuse equilibrium with a stationary body, ignoring dynamic equilibrium.
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