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  • Velocity Zero: Can an Object Change Direction?
    No, an object cannot change its direction when the magnitude of its velocity is zero. Here's why:

    * Velocity: Velocity is a vector quantity. It has both magnitude (speed) and direction.

    * Zero Magnitude: When the magnitude of velocity is zero, the object is at rest. This means it has no speed.

    * Direction: Without any speed, the object is not moving and cannot change its direction.

    Think of it like this: Imagine a car parked in a driveway. It's not moving, so its velocity is zero (both magnitude and direction are zero). If the car is parked, it cannot change direction until it starts moving.

    Changing Direction Requires Motion: To change direction, an object needs to have a non-zero velocity. This allows it to have a path and a direction that can be altered.

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