Vectors: Acceleration and Velocity

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The discussion focuses on the vectors of acceleration and velocity for a car moving through a dip in the road at constant speed. The velocity vector points to the right, indicating the direction of the car's motion. In contrast, the acceleration vector points inward toward the curve, which is perpendicular to the velocity vector. This reflects the change in direction of the car's motion rather than a change in speed. Understanding these vector directions is crucial for analyzing motion in physics.
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Homework Statement


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The figure below shows a car traveling to the right at a constant speed through a dip in the road. Add vectors to the figure showing the direction of the car's velocity and acceleration.


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The Attempt at a Solution


Would the acceleration be inward of the curve, meaning the arrow would put straight up from the car for acceleration?
And would the velocity point straight out of the car to the right?
 

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Yes that would be correct as the car is traveling with constant speed.
 
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