The circle's radius in Case A is twice that of Case B. The period (time for one circle) in Case A is three times that of Case B. How does the speed in Case A compare to the speed in Case B? Case A Case B 3-т T R 2-R O 3(3.14)/2 O 2(3.14)/3 О 3/2 2/3

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The circle’s radius in Case A is twice that of Case B. The period (time for one circle) in Case A is three times that of Case B. How does the speed in Case A compare to the speed in Case B?

### Understanding the Relationship Between Radius and Speed in Circular Motion

**Problem Description:**

The circle's radius in Case A is twice that of Case B. The period (time for one circle) in Case A is three times that of Case B. How does the speed in Case A compare to the speed in Case B?

**Diagram Explanation:**

**Case A:**
- Radius (R): \( 2R \)
- Period (Time for one circle): \( 3T \)

**Case B:**
- Radius (R): \( R \)
- Period: \( T \)

**Options for Comparison:**
1. \( \frac{3(3.14)}{2} \)
2. \( \frac{2(3.14)}{3} \)
3. \( \frac{3}{2} \)
4. \( \frac{2}{3} \)

Let's analyze the speed in both cases to determine the correct comparison.

### Explanation and Solution

Speed (v) in circular motion can be calculated using the formula:
\[ v = \frac{2\pi r}{T} \]

**Case A:**
- Radius = \( 2R \)
- Period = \( 3T \)

\[ v_A = \frac{2\pi (2R)}{3T} = \frac{4\pi R}{3T} \]

**Case B:**
- Radius = \( R \)
- Period = \( T \)

\[ v_B = \frac{2\pi R}{T} \]

Now, compare \( v_A \) and \( v_B \):
\[ \frac{v_A}{v_B} = \frac{\frac{4\pi R}{3T}}{\frac{2\pi R}{T}} = \frac{4\pi R}{3T} \times \frac{T}{2\pi R} = \frac{4}{3} \times \frac{1}{2} = \frac{4}{6} = \frac{2}{3} \]

Therefore, the speed in Case A is \(\frac{2}{3}\) of the speed in Case B.

### Correct Answer:
\(\frac{2}{3}\)

**Educational Insight:**
This problem helps in understanding the relationship between the radius of a circle, the period of rotation, and the speed in uniform circular motion. It demonstrates
Transcribed Image Text:### Understanding the Relationship Between Radius and Speed in Circular Motion **Problem Description:** The circle's radius in Case A is twice that of Case B. The period (time for one circle) in Case A is three times that of Case B. How does the speed in Case A compare to the speed in Case B? **Diagram Explanation:** **Case A:** - Radius (R): \( 2R \) - Period (Time for one circle): \( 3T \) **Case B:** - Radius (R): \( R \) - Period: \( T \) **Options for Comparison:** 1. \( \frac{3(3.14)}{2} \) 2. \( \frac{2(3.14)}{3} \) 3. \( \frac{3}{2} \) 4. \( \frac{2}{3} \) Let's analyze the speed in both cases to determine the correct comparison. ### Explanation and Solution Speed (v) in circular motion can be calculated using the formula: \[ v = \frac{2\pi r}{T} \] **Case A:** - Radius = \( 2R \) - Period = \( 3T \) \[ v_A = \frac{2\pi (2R)}{3T} = \frac{4\pi R}{3T} \] **Case B:** - Radius = \( R \) - Period = \( T \) \[ v_B = \frac{2\pi R}{T} \] Now, compare \( v_A \) and \( v_B \): \[ \frac{v_A}{v_B} = \frac{\frac{4\pi R}{3T}}{\frac{2\pi R}{T}} = \frac{4\pi R}{3T} \times \frac{T}{2\pi R} = \frac{4}{3} \times \frac{1}{2} = \frac{4}{6} = \frac{2}{3} \] Therefore, the speed in Case A is \(\frac{2}{3}\) of the speed in Case B. ### Correct Answer: \(\frac{2}{3}\) **Educational Insight:** This problem helps in understanding the relationship between the radius of a circle, the period of rotation, and the speed in uniform circular motion. It demonstrates
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