Two identical merry-go-round platforms rotate together with the same angular speed

PHYSICS · Subjective · CBSE · Physics · System of Particles and Rotational Motion · System of Particles and Rotational Motion

Problem

Two identical merry-go-round platforms rotate together with the same angular speed. One platform has a radius of

1.5\,\text{m}

, while the other has a radius of

2.0\,\text{m}

. Which platform’s outer edge moves with the greater linear speed? Briefly explain your reasoning in one sentence.