Suppose a boy is enjoying a ride on a merry-go-round which is movingwith a constant speed of 10 m s –1. It implies that the boy is(a) at rest(b) moving with no acceleration(c) in accelerated motion(d) moving with uniform velocity
Question
Suppose a boy is enjoying a ride on a merry-go-round which is movingwith a constant speed of 10 m s –1. It implies that the boy is(a) at rest(b) moving with no acceleration(c) in accelerated motion(d) moving with uniform velocity
Solution
The correct answer is (c) in accelerated motion.
Here's why:
Even though the boy is moving at a constant speed, he is still in accelerated motion. This is because acceleration is not just about changes in speed, but also changes in direction.
In the case of the boy on the merry-go-round, his direction is constantly changing as he is moving in a circular path. This change in direction is a form of acceleration known as centripetal acceleration.
So, even though his speed is constant, the constant change in direction means the boy is in accelerated motion.
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