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JAMB Physics 2020 Objective — Question 5

Question 5 of 40 from the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Physics 2020 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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5. Which of the following combinations will increase the stability of an object?

  • A. A. wide base and low centre of gravityCorrect
  • B. B. Narrow base and low centre of gravity
  • C. C. Wide base and high centre of gravity
  • D. D. Narrow base and high centre of gravity

Explanation

The wider the base and the lower the position of centre of gravity of a body, the more stable it is (and vice-versa).

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