Two Skaters, Each of Mass 40 Kg, Approach Each Other

question 46

Multiple Choice

Two skaters, each of mass 40 kg, approach each other along parallel paths that are separated by a distance of 2 m. Both skaters have a speed of 10 m/s. The first skater carries a 2-m pole that may be considered massless. As he passes the pole, the second skater catches hold of the end. The two skaters then go around in a circle about the center of the pole.
-What is the angular speed of the skaters after they have linked together?

• A)4 rad/s
• B)5 rad/s
• C)10 rad/s
• D)20 rad/s
• E)40 rad/s

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