QuestionPhysics / Equilibrium
A rigid body is placed on a horizontal table. When slightly disturbed, its centre of gravity moves horizontally without any rise or fall in its position. Which one of the following correctly describes the state of the body?
- (a) The body is in stable equilibrium.
- (b) The body is in unstable equilibrium.
- (c) The body is in neutral equilibrium.
- (d) The body's state cannot be determined.
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