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What type of equilibrium exists when an object is balanced but the slightest disturbance causes it to move away from its original position?
10. What type of equilibrium exists when an object is balanced but the slightest disturbance causes it to move away from its original position?
- Neutral equilibrium
- Stable equilibrium
- Unstable equilibrium
- Dynamic equilibrium
Answer: C) Unstable equilibrium
Explanation:
Unstable equilibrium occurs when a small displacement from the balanced position results in the system moving away and not returning to its original position.