Which statement best describes the difference between path length and displacement for an object moving in a straight line and returning to its starting point?

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Which statement best describes the difference between path length and displacement for an object moving in a straight line and returning to its starting point? — Exam MCQ

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C. Path length is either equal to or greater than displacement — The correct choice is Path length is either equal to or greater than displacement. It follows from the relevant Newtonian mechanics, motion, work, energy, power or simple-machine relationship.

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A. Path length is always equal to displacement

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B. Displacement is greater than path length

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D. Displacement is always negative

Which statement best describes the difference between path length and displacement for an object moving in a straight line and returning to its starting point?

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