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A particle is acted upon by a force given by `F = - alphax^(3) -betax^(4)` where `alpha` and `beta` are positive constants. At the point x = 0, the particle is –

A

In stable equilibrium

B

In unstable equilibrium

C

In neutral equilibrium

D

Not in equilibrium

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The correct Answer is:
C
As `F = - alpha x^3 - beta x^4`
At x = 0 , F = 0
Hence particle is in neutral equilibrium.
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