Calculus, 10th Edition (Anton)

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Chapter 12 - Vector-Valued Functions - 12.6 Motion Along A Curve - Exercises Set 12.6 - Page 893: 48

Answer

False

Work Step by Step

Since \[ \mathbf{a}_N\ = \kappa\left(\frac{ds}{dt}\right)^2, \] Then the normal scalar component of acceleration is the product of the curvature and the square of the speed. Result: False
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