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A ball kept in a closed box moves in the box making collisions with the walls. The box is kept on a smooth surface. The velocity of the centre of mass

a
of the box remains constant
b
of the (box + ball) system remains constant
c
of the ball remains constant
d
of the ball relative to the box remains constant

detailed solution

Correct option is B

As no external force acts on the (ball + box) system, hence velocity of the system remains constant.

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