Solve the Problem $14.9 \mathrm { rpm }$ B) $1.6 \mathrm { rpm }$

question 118

Multiple Choice

Solve the problem.
-Two pulleys, one with a radius of 13 inches and the other with a radius of 8 inches, are connected by a belt. If the larger pulley makes 7 revolutions per minute, how many revolutions per minute does the smaller pulley make? Round your answer to the nearest tenth.

• A) \(14.9 \mathrm { rpm }\)
• B) \(1.6 \mathrm { rpm }\)
• C) \(0.2 \mathrm { rpm }\)
• D) \(11.4 \mathrm { rpm }\)