O-LevelPhysicsForces5054/12 · May/June 2017 · Q81 Mark

A car travels at a constant speed along a circular, horizontal path. Which statement describes the forces acting on the car?

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AThey are balanced as the car is moving at constant speed.

BThey are unbalanced with a resultant in the direction away from the centre.

CThey are unbalanced with a resultant in the direction of travel of the car.

DThey are unbalanced with a resultant in the direction towards the centre.

✓ Correct answer

D: They are unbalanced with a resultant in the direction towards the centre.

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