What is the acceleration and average speed of a car in circular motion?

In summary, the conversation discusses a car traveling eastward and then turning north in a circular path at a uniform speed. The length of the arc is 265 m and the turn is completed in 32.0 s. The acceleration at point B, located at an angle of 35.0°, is discussed and the answer should be expressed in terms of unit vectors. Additionally, the car's average speed and average acceleration during the 32.0 s interval are also mentioned. The equation Ac=v^2/r is provided as a reference.
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A car initially traveling eastward turns north by traveling in a circular path at uniform speed as in the figure below. The length of the arc ABC is 265 m, and the car completes the turn in 32.0 s.
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(a) What is the acceleration when the car is at B located at an angle of 35.0°? Express your answer in terms of the unit vectors i hat and j hat .

(b) Determine the car's average speed.


m/s

(c) Determine its average acceleration during the 32.0 s interval.
Equations

Ac=v^2/r
 
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You should really try the questions first, before asking for help. That's the rules of this forum..
 

FAQ: What is the acceleration and average speed of a car in circular motion?

What is circular motion?

Circular motion is a type of motion in which an object moves in a circular path around a fixed point or axis.

How do I solve a circular motion problem?

To solve a circular motion problem, you need to identify and use the relevant equations such as centripetal acceleration, centripetal force, and angular velocity. You also need to draw a diagram and label all the given information and unknown variables.

What is centripetal acceleration?

Centripetal acceleration is the acceleration experienced by an object moving in a circular path. It is always directed towards the center of the circle and its magnitude is given by the equation a = v^2/r, where v is the velocity of the object and r is the radius of the circle.

How does centripetal force relate to circular motion?

Centripetal force is the force that keeps an object moving in a circular path. It is always directed towards the center of the circle and its magnitude is given by the equation F = mv^2/r, where m is the mass of the object, v is the velocity, and r is the radius of the circle.

What are some real-life examples of circular motion?

Some examples of circular motion in everyday life include a car going around a roundabout, a satellite orbiting the Earth, and a spinning top. Other examples include a Ferris wheel, the moon orbiting the Earth, and a carousel ride at an amusement park.

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