Why do we not experience any leaning when a train takes a turn?

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Editor">Editor Staff asked 1 year ago

Why do we not experience any leaning when a train takes a turn?
 
(a) Because the train is powerful
 
(b) Because of large turning radius
 
(c) Because the train does not turn
 
(d) Because the driver is smart
 
This question was posed to me in final exam.
 
Origin of the question is Newton’s First Law of Motion topic in portion Laws of Motion of Physics – Class 11
Select the correct answer from above options 
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Editor">Editor Staff answered 1 year ago

Correct choice is (b) Because of large turning radius
 
To elaborate: The train’s turning radius is large as compared to the turning radii of normal vehicles. Hence, there is no sharp or sudden turning. Therefore, the passengers do not experience any leaning.