Physics Two Dimensional Motion Question 253

Question: A stone of mass $ m $ is tied to a string of length $ l $ and rotated in a circle with a constant speed $ v $ . If the string is released, the stone flies

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Options:

A) Radially outward B) Radially inward C) Tangentially outward D) With an acceleration $ \frac{mv^{2}}{l} $

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Answer:

Correct Answer: C

Solution:

Stone flies in the direction of instantaneous velocity due to inertia