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Mechanics

A particle initially at rest is subjected to two forces
One is constant, the other is a retarding force proportional to the particle velocity. In the subsequent motion of the particle, the acceleration:
  1. wil increase then decrease
  2. Will decrease then increase
  3. Will decrease to zero
  4. Will decrease and become constant at some non zero value. Please explain the answer.

Profile image of Technical GURUJI
7 Years agoGrade
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Profile image of Arun
7 Years ago
Dear student
 
acceleration will decrease from its initial value to zero.
 
Hence option C is correct.
 
Hope it helps