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PHY 101 Circular Motion Objective Question

Question

Which of the following is NOT one of the equations of motion for constant angular acceleration?
Options
A ωf = ωi + αt
B θ = ωit + (1/2)αt²
C ωf² = ωi² + 2αθ
D θ = (ωf - ωi)t
Correct Answer
Correct Answer

Option D is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The lecture lists the three standard equations of rotation under constant acceleration. The correct formula for average angular displacement is θ = ((ωf+ωi)/2)t. Option D is missing the factor of 1/2 for the average velocity.

Hint

The lecture provides θ = ω̄ t, where ω̄ is the average angular velocity. What is the formula for the average of two values?

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