MCQ
If a particle moves in a circle describing equal angles in equal times, its velocity vector
  • A
    Remains constant
  • B
    Changes in magnitude
  • Changes in direction
  • D
    Changes both in magnitude and direction

Answer

Correct option: C.
Changes in direction
c
(c)It is always directed in a direction of tangent to circle.

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