College Physics (7th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0-32160-183-1
ISBN 13: 978-0-32160-183-4

Chapter 7 - Circular Motion and Gravitation - Learning Path Questions and Exercises - Exercises - Page 261: 22

Answer

Particle B is faster.

Work Step by Step

For particle A, angular speed $=\frac{160^{\circ}}{2}=80^{\circ}/sec$ For particle B, angular speed $=\frac{720^{\circ}}{8}=90^{\circ}/sec$ Hence, particle B is faster.
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