engineering physics MCQ #772

A particle is moving in a circular path of radius 2 m with a constant speed of 6 m/s. What is its centripetal acceleration?

engineering physics MCQ #772

  1. Question 1

    Q1. A particle is moving in a circular path of radius 2 m with a constant speed of 6 m/s. What is its centripetal acceleration?

    • A) 18 m/s²
    • B) 9 m/s²
    • C) 6 m/s²
    • D) 12 m/s²

    Answer: 18 m/s²

    Explanation: Centripetal acceleration (a_c) is given by v²/r. So, a_c = (6)²/2 = 18 m/s².