Problem 584

If a wheel with a radius of 50 inches spins at a rate of 600 revolutions per minute, find the approximate linear velocity in miles per hour. UseĀ \pi = 3.14

 

Solution:-

 

Determine the linear velocity by initially using dimensional analysis to convert to miles per hour.

179 miles per hour

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