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Is it possible to have 400m distance and yet zero for displacement? Please explain by using an example.

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Yes, If you travel in a circle that has a circumference of 400 m and you complete that four hundred metres you will end up in the same spot. Imagine a 400 m race track. You complete 1 lap you end up where you started, hence no displacement, but you have traveled 400 m
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