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Question
Tangential acceleration (aT) is a measure of the rate of change of which quantity?
Correct Answer
Option C is the correct answer.
Detailed Explanation
The lecture introduces tangential acceleration when linear velocity changes from vi to vf. It is defined as aT = (vf - vi)/t, which is the rate of change of the magnitude of linear velocity (speed).
Hint
This acceleration is 'tangential' because it acts along the direction of motion, changing the object's speed.