Uniform circular motion is the direct consequence of:
Correct answer: D. A force of constant magnitude that is always directed toward the same fixed point
- A. A force that is tangent to the path.
- B. An acceleration tangent to the path
- C. A force of constant magnitude that is always directed away from the same fixed point
- D. A force of constant magnitude that is always directed toward the same fixed point
Explanation
The force which is needed to move a body in a circular path and it is always directed towards the centre of the circle, is called centripetal force.
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