A car is moving with high velocity when it has a turn. A force acts on it outwardly because of
Correct answer: C. Centrifugal force
- A. Centripetal force
- B. Gravitational force
- C. Centrifugal force
- D. All the above
Explanation
Option C is correct. A car is moving with high velocity when it makes a turn. A force acts on it outwardly because of centrifugal force. Centrifugal force is an apparent force that acts on a body moving in a curved path. It is directed away from the centre of the curve, and it is not a real force. Centrifugal force is caused by the inertia of the body, which resists any change in its motion. When a car takes a turn, the car's inertia wants to keep it moving in a straight line. However, the friction between the tyres and the road forces the car to turn. This causes the car to experience centrifugal force, which acts outward on the car.
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