Angular velocity cannot be?
Correct answer: C. Infinite
- A. Zero
- B. Negative
- C. Infinite
- D. Linear
Explanation
Angular velocity can be zero when an object is stationary. Angular velocity can be negative when an object is moving clockwise or when the angular displacement is decreasing. Angular velocity CAN NOT be "infinite". According to the formula, angular velocity is equal to v/r and for angular velocity to be "infinite radius" it has to be zero. Which is not possible. Angular velocity can also be 'equal' to the linear velocity if the radius was 1 meter according to the formula angular velocity=v/r
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