Question

In what condition is the distance covered equal to the magnitude of displacement of an object in motion​

Answer 1

Explanation:

The magnitude of the displacement is always less than or equal to the distance traveled. If two displacements in the same direction are added, then the magnitude of their sum will be equal to the distance traveled.

Answer 2

Answer:

The distance covered by the object would be equal to the magnitude of displacement if the object moves in a straight line.

Explanation:

Distance covered and displacement differ as distance is

a scalar quantity, not taking into account the direction and displacement is a vector quantity which takes direction in which the object has moved into account too.

On moving on a straight path in one direction, the distance and magnitude of displacement of the object will be the same.