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Work, Energy & Power: Vertical Circular Motion MCQ

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Vertical Circular MotionMediumQuestion 6079

Question

At top of vertical circle, centripetal force is provided by:
  1. A
    Tension only
  2. B
    Weight only
  3. C
    Tension + Weight (both inward)
    Correct
  4. D
    Tension − Weight

Correct answer

Tension + Weight (both inward)

Explanation

At top, T and mg both point toward center. Centripetal = T + mg.