Question

In a circular motion, the direction of velocity at any point is:

• A. along the tangent to the circle at the point
• B. perpendicular to the tangent to the circle at the point
• C. towards the centre of circle
• D. along the radius of circle

Answer 1

The correct option is A

along the tangent to the circle at the point

In a circular motion, the speed is constant but the direction of motion changes continuously with time, thus the velocity changes. The velocity is along the tangent to the circle at the point.