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A body is acted upon by a constant force directed towards a fixed point. the magnitude of the force varies inversely as the square of the distance from the fixed point. what is the nature of the path?

a) straight line

b)circle

c)random motion

User Louis Hong
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Answer:

Circle

Step-by-step explanation:

Actually its Eclipse or ecliptial path.

Force varies inversely with square of distance.

Remember Gravitation?

  • F=GMm/r²

Yes

F is inversely proportional to r²

So it's eclipse

Recheck if a option given or circle is most likely correct

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