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1.5.1a Forces, resultant force and motion

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Question 35

A small ball attached to a string is whirled in a horizontal circle at a constant speed. Which statement correctly describes the resultant force on the ball?

A

The resultant force is zero because the speed is constant.

B

The resultant force is directed outwards, away from the center of the circle.

C

The resultant force is directed inwards, towards the center of the circle.

D

The resultant force is in the direction of the ball's motion.

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