MCQ
A projectile is fired at an angle and it was following a parabolic path. Suddenly, it explodes into fragments. Choose the correct option regarding this situation.
  • A
    Due to explosion $CM$ shifts upwards.
  • B
    Due to explosion $CM$ shifts downwards.
  • Due to explosion $CM$ traces its path back to origin.
  • D
    $CM$ continues to move along same parabolic path.

Answer

Correct option: C.
Due to explosion $CM$ traces its path back to origin.

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