Point P in the figure indicates the position of an object traveling at constant speed counterclockwise around the circle. Which arrow best represent the direction the object would travel if the net external force on it were suddenly reduced to zero? The image displays four labeled options, each accompanied by a diagonal arrow:1. **Option 1**: An arrow is pointing downward with a slight tilt to the right.2. **Option 2**: An arrow is pointing upward with a slight tilt to the right.3. **Option 3**: An arrow is pointing downward, more steeply than Option 1.4. **Option 4**: An arrow is pointing upward, similar in steepness to Option 3.These arrows may be used to indicate direction or flow for each option in a diagrammatic context. The image features a graph with a coordinate plane displaying both the x-axis and y-axis. The graph showcases a circle centered at the origin (0,0) with a radius of 3 units. Key elements include:- Axes: The x-axis is horizontal, ranging from -5 to 5. The y-axis is vertical, also ranging from -5 to 5.- Circle: The circle is centered at the origin with a radius of 3, indicated by its intersection with the points (3,0), (-3,0), (0,3), and (0,-3) on the axes.- Point P: A point labeled P is marked on the circle, located at the coordinates (3,0).This diagram is a typical representation of a circle equation in the form \( x^2 + y^2 = r^2 \), where r is the radius of the circle. In this case, \( r = 3 \), making the equation of the circle \( x^2 + y^2 = 9 \).

Given data: Object traveling at constant speed around the circle In counterclockwise direction The motion of the object Velocity of object is constant so there is only centripetal force is acting on the object. The centripetal force is directed toward the center of the circular path. At any point the direction of instantaneous velocity is in the direction of tangent to the circular path. When the net force on the object were suddenly reduced to zero, the object moves in the direction of tangential velocity. The direction of tangential velocity at point P is represented by arrow present in option (4) Hence, the correct answer is option (4)