In a uniform gravitational field, what does the term "center of gravity" refer to for a forklift (treated as a rigid body with a fixed load)?

• A. The geometric center of the forklift’s frame, regardless of how the load is positioned
• B. The point where the forklift’s total weight can be considered to act, effectively coinciding with its center of mass in a uniform gravitational field
• C. The location of the forklift’s heaviest component (e.g., the engine or counterweight)
• D. The point on the ground directly beneath the forklift where the normal force is always applied

Answer: (B)