Under what condition$(s)$ is the magnitude of average velocity of an object equal to its average speed?

  • A
    When the object moves in a circular path.
  • B
    When the object moves in a straight line without changing direction.
  • C
    When the object is at rest.
  • D
    When the object moves with variable acceleration.

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