Physics-Distance & Displacement
NEET Physics Distance & Displacement MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Easy-Class 11
Which of the following statements correctly describes the relationship between distance and displacement?
A
Distance is always equal to or greater than displacement.
B
Displacement is always equal to the distance traveled.
C
Displacement can be greater than the distance traveled.
D
Distance can be negative while displacement is always positive.
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
Distance represents the total path length covered irrespective of direction, while displacement measures the straight-line distance between the initial and final positions, making distance always equal to or greater than displacement.
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