State whether the following statement is true or false:

An object has moved through a distance. Can it have a zero displacement? If yes, support the answer with an example.

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Detailed Solution

The given stataement is true.
Concept: Displacement is a vector quantity with both magnitude and direction, whereas distance is a scalar number with simply magnitude.
Yes. If an item retFun with Magnets turns to its original location after travelling a distance, it will have experienced no displacement.
Example: Let's say someone runs a full circle in a park that is round. His starting and ending positions are identical. His displacement is 0.
Hence, the given stataement is true.

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