A ball is attached to a string and is spun in a clockwise motion. Based on the position of the ball in the diagram above, which of the following arrows best depicts the direction o... A ball is attached to a string and is spun in a clockwise motion. Based on the position of the ball in the diagram above, which of the following arrows best depicts the direction of the ball's acceleration?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking about the direction of the acceleration of a ball being spun in a circular motion. It requires identification of which arrow among the provided options correctly illustrates this direction based on the circular motion depicted in the diagram.
Answer
The arrow towards the center best depicts the acceleration.
The arrow pointing towards the center of the circle best depicts the direction of the ball's acceleration.
Answer for screen readers
The arrow pointing towards the center of the circle best depicts the direction of the ball's acceleration.
More Information
In circular motion, centripetal acceleration always directs toward the center of the circular path, regardless of the ball's current position.
Tips
Common mistakes include confusing the direction of velocity (tangential) with acceleration (centripetal).
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