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No, it is not possible for an object on Earth to have a non-zero velocity and zero acceleration simultaneously, assuming we are considering classical mechanics.

Acceleration is defined as the rate of change of velocity with respect to time. If an object has a non-zero velocity but zero acceleration, it means that the object's velocity is constant and not changing over time. In other words, the object is moving at a steady speed in a straight line without any change in direction.

However, in the context of Earth's environment, it is difficult to achieve a constant velocity without any external forces acting upon the object. In reality, objects on Earth are subject to various forces, such as friction and gravity, which can cause changes in their velocity and therefore acceleration. Therefore, in everyday scenarios on Earth, it is highly unlikely for an object to have a non-zero velocity and zero acceleration.

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