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When a body is in equilibrium, what can be stated about its acceleration?

17. When a body is in equilibrium, what can be stated about its acceleration?

1. The acceleration is always zero
2. The acceleration is always variable
3. The acceleration is always constant
4. The acceleration is unpredictable

Answer

The correct answer is: A) The acceleration is always zero

Explanation

In equilibrium, all translational and rotational accelerations are zero, indicating that the item is either stationary or traveling at a constant pace.