The property of a body to remain at rest or to continue in uniform motion in a straight line is called
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A.
momentum -
B.
Inertia -
C.
impulse -
D.
Energy
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation
Inertia is the resistance of the object to any change in its motion, including a change in direction. An object will stay still or keep moving at the same speed and in a straight line, unless it is acted upon by an external unbalanced force.