For ordinary terrestrial experiments,which of the following observers is inertial?

  • A
    $A$ child revolving in a giant wheel.
  • B
    $A$ driver in a sports car moving with a constant high speed of $200 \ km/h$ on a straight road.
  • C
    The pilot of an aeroplane which is taking off.
  • D
    $A$ cyclist negotiating a sharp turn.

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