PHYSICS · Single correct · AP · Physics 1: Algebra-based · Torque and Rotational Dynamics · Torque and Rotational Dynamics
Problem
Wheel A has a radius of 0.20m, and Wheel B has a radius of 0.40m. Each wheel is rotated through an angular displacement of 90∘. Which statement correctly compares the linear distances traveled by points on the rims of the two wheels?
(a) The point on Wheel A travels the same distance as the point on Wheel B.
(b) The point on Wheel B travels four times as far as the point on Wheel A.
(c) The point on Wheel B travels twice as far as the point on Wheel A.
(d) The point on Wheel A travels twice as far as the point on Wheel B.