Question

Give two differences between rectilinear and curvilinear motions
[3 Marks]

Answer 1

Rectilinear motion-When an object in translational motion moves in a straight line, it is said to be in rectilinear motion.
Example: Motion of a car on a straight road. [1.5 Marks]
Curvilinear motion-When an object in translational motion moves along a curved path, it is said to be in curvilinear motion.
Example: Motion of a car taking a turn. [1.5 Marks]