The center of mass and the center of gravity coincide
A) only if the object is symmetrical and it is in a uniform gravitational field.
B) at all times.
C) if the object is in a uniform gravitational field.
D) only if the object is symmetrical.

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The center of mass and the center of gravity coincide if the object is in a uniform gravitational field, regardless of its symmetry. This is because a uniform gravitational field affects all parts of the object equally, making the center of mass and center of gravity align.

The Center of Mass and the Center of Gravity Coincide