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Newton approximated motion in a circle as a series of linear motions, as in the polygon below.

Newton approximated motion in a circle as a series of linear motions, as in the polygon-example-1

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The answer is the option 3. (the arrow aimed to the center of the polygon)

Why?. Because the particle changed the direction of its movement due to a force inclined respect the motion and aimed to the center. Take in account that the vectors net force and acceleration are parallel.
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