Two particles A and B move at a constant speed in circular paths at the same angular speed ω. Particle A's circle has a radius that is twice the length of particle B's circle. What is the ratio aA/aB of (the magnitude of) their centripetal accelerations?
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Given that particle A's circle has a radius of 4r, the centripetal acceleration of particle A is given by aA = ω^2 * 4r. Show more…
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