If the radii of circular paths of two particles of same masses are in the ratio of 1 : 2, then in order to have same centripetal force, their speeds should be in the ratio of :
A
1 : 4
B
4 : 1
C
1 : 
D
: 1
Text Solution
Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
C
F C1 = F C2 ⇒ 
= 
= 
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