NEET Physics · Medium

Motion in a Plane: Mixed 2D Motion MCQ

Solve this quality-checked NEET multiple-choice question, then review the correct answer and explanation.

Timer-based practiceDetailed answer reviewMobile-friendly flow
Mixed 2D MotionMediumQuestion 5356

Question

If the radius of a circular path is doubled while angular velocity remains same, the centripetal force is:
  1. A
    Same
  2. B
    Doubled
    Correct
  3. C
    Halved
  4. D
    Quadrupled

Correct answer

Doubled

Explanation

F = mω²r. If r doubles: F = mω²(2r) = 2mω²r. Centripetal force is doubled.