The force that keeps a body moving in a circular path is called
A. Centripetal force
B. Centrifugal force
C. Gravitational force
D. Frictional force
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Centripetal force acts towards centre, necessary for circular motion. Centrifugal is pseudo-force in rotating frame. In uniform circular motion, centripetal force = mv²/r.
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