Physics for Scientists and Engineers: A Strategic Approach with Modern Physics (4th Edition)

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Chapter 4 - Kinematics in Two Dimensions - Exercises and Problems - Page 105: 3

Answer

The correct acceleration vector is C.

Work Step by Step

The particle has a steady speed. Therefore, the component of the acceleration vector which is parallel to the particle's velocity vector must be zero. The particle is curving to the right (we can assume this means from our point of view). Therefore, the component of the acceleration vector which is perpendicular to the particle's velocity vector must point toward the right. The correct acceleration vector is C.
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