Question on: SS2 Physics - Mechanics - Motion in a Plane
In a banked curve, the banking angle is determined by:
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A
The radius of the curve
B
The speed of the vehicle
C
The coefficient of friction between the tires and the road
D
The mass of the vehicle
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Correct Option: B
Explanation: The banking angle of a curved track is determined by the speed of the vehicle. The banking angle is designed such that the frictional force between the tires and the road provides the necessary centripetal force to keep the vehicle moving in a curved path. The higher the speed of the vehicle, the greater the banking angle required to provide the appropriate centripetal force.
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