engineering physics MCQ #886

What is the direction of centripetal force acting on an object moving in a circular path?

engineering physics MCQ #886

  1. Question 1

    Q1. What is the direction of centripetal force acting on an object moving in a circular path?

    • A) Tangential to the circle
    • B) Perpendicular to the plane of the circle
    • C) Towards the center of the circle
    • D) Away from the center of the circle

    Answer: Towards the center of the circle

    Explanation: Centripetal force acts towards the center, necessary for circular motion, as per the definition of centripetal force.