Eastward Velocity, But A Westward Acceleration?

[FriskyPanda]

Homework Statement

Under what condition can an object have an eastward velocity and a westward acceleration at the same time?

Homework Equations

How is this possible and why?

The Attempt at a Solution

Is this true if the object has an eastward velocity then comes to a stop therefor accelerating west as well??

 

[PeterO]

Homework Statement

Under what condition can an object have an eastward velocity and a westward acceleration at the same time?

Homework Equations

How is this possible and why?

The Attempt at a Solution

Is this true if the object has an eastward velocity then comes to a stop therefor accelerating west as well??

That is certainly the most common method. Even just slowing down is enough. like when you are riding a bike across grass, in and Easterly direction, then stop pedalling for a little while.

 

[FriskyPanda]

That is certainly the most common method. Even just slowing down is enough. like when you are riding a bike across grass, in and Easterly direction, then stop pedalling for a little while.

Okay, Thanks for your help.