PHYSICS

JAMB 2017 - Question 2

Physics 2017 JAMB Past Questions - Question 2: A body when slightly displaced is said to be in neutral equilibrium only if it tends to .

Choose the most appropriate option for the gap .
A body when slightly displaced is said to be in neutral equilibrium only if it tends to .
A:
B:
C:
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Correct Answer

A

Explanation

body is in:(a) Stable equilibrium if when slightly displaced the vertical line of action of itsweight remains within the base; its centre of gravity and height is raised, andt he body returns to its former position.(b) Unstable equilibrium, if when slightly displaced, the vertical line of action of its weight lies outside A the base; the centre of gravity is lowered and the body moves from its former position (fall).(c) Neutral equilibrium when slightly displaced the height; centre of gravity, and vertical line of action of its weight remain unchanged; the body just rolls.