Question

An object moving at a constant speed in a circular path experiences a force that is

• A. in the direction of motion
• B. outwards and at $45°$ to the direction of motion
• C. inwards and at right angles to the direction of motion
• D. opposite to the direction of motion.

Answer 1

The correct option is C

inwards and at right angles to the direction of motion

1. Centripetal force is a force that acts on a body moving in a circular path. It is directed towards the center around which the body is moving and perpendicular to the direction of motion of the object.
2. So, an object moving at a constant speed in a circular path experiences a force that is inwards and at right angles to the direction of motion.

Thus, option (c) is correct.