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The numerical ratio of displacement to t...

The numerical ratio of displacement to the distance covered is always

A

less than one

B

equal to one

C

equal to or less than one

D

equal to or greater than one

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The correct Answer is:
C
Since, displacement is always less then or equal to distance but never greater than distance. Hence, numerical ratio of displacement to the distance covered is always equal to or less than one.
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