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PHY 101 Rotational Motion Objective Question

Question

What is the approximate radian equivalent of 1 degree?
Options
A 57.3 rad
B 0.0175 rad
Correct Answer
C 3.14 rad
D 6.28 rad
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Since 180° is equal to π radians, 1° = π/180 rad. Using π ≈ 3.1416, 1° ≈ 3.1416/180 ≈ 0.01745 rad, which rounds to 0.0175 rad.

Hint

Recall that 180° = π radians. Divide both sides of this equation to find the value of 1° in radians.

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