Analytical question: circular rotation

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A point P on a smaller wheel cannot trace a straight line path inside a circular road due to the nature of circular motion. The discussion references an illustration from a physics resource to clarify the concept. Participants express confusion about the mechanics of circular rotation and how it relates to linear paths. The geometry involved complicates the idea of a straight line being traced. Understanding these principles is essential for grasping the relationship between circular motion and linear trajectories.
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Circular Rotation
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Can a point P on the smaller wheel trace a straight line
path inside the circular road (like the walls of a well)
 
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