In accordance with Newton's third law of motion,which of the following statements is correct?

  • A
    Action and reaction never balance each other.
  • B
    For the appearance of action and reaction,physical contact is not necessary.
  • C
    This law is applicable whether the bodies are at rest or they are in motion.
  • D
    All of these.

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