Question

The vehicle moving in a level circular path will exert pressure such that _______________

• A. The reaction on the outer wheels will be more
• B. The reaction on the inner wheels will be more
• C. The reaction on the inner wheels as on the outer wheels will be equal
• D. it depends on the speed

Answer 1

Answer:

A. The reaction on the outer wheels will be more

When a vehicle moves on a level circular path, the centripetal force generates with the help of friction between road and the tyres. As the center of mass of the car is above the level of the wheels of the vehicle, it tends to create a moment which will push the outer wheels in the downwarddirection and the inner wheels in the upward direction. Hence, the ground will exert a greater normal force on the outer wheels.