Question

The general form of a central force is represented by $\overrightarrow F = \frac{C}{r^n}\hat r$ (C = constant) known as Inverse Power law.
A. The force represented by above equation will be attractive if C < 0.
B. The force represented by above equation will repulsive if C < 0.
C. The force represented by above equation will be repulsive if C > 0.
D. The force represented by above equation will be attractive if C > 0.
Choose the correct answer from the options given below.

• A. A and B only
• B. B and C only
• C. A and C only
• D. A and D only

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

A and C only

Answer 2

The correct option is (C):A and C only