Consider the following statements I. If...

Consider the following statements
I. If net external force on a system of particles is zero, the total linear momentum of the system will remain conserved
II. If net external force on a system of particles is zero, the velocity of the centre of mass of the system must remain constant. Choose the correct option.

A

Only I Is correct

B

Only II Is correct

C

Both the statements are correct

D

Both the statements are incorrect

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The correct Answer is:

C

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