When an Object Is Effectively Isolated from External Torques, Like

question 10

Multiple Choice

When an object is effectively isolated from external torques, like an ice skater twirling on the tip of one skate, the angular momentum of the object

• A) can be increased by shifting mass out away from the axis of rotation.
• B) can be decreased by shifting mass out away from the axis of rotation.
• C) can be increased by shifting mass in toward the axis of rotation.
• D) can be decreased by shifting mass in toward the axis of rotation.
• E) cannot be changed except by friction at the point of contact.

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Definitions:

Materials Quantity Variance

The difference between the expected and actual quantity of materials used in production, impacting materials cost.

Standard Quantity

This represents the expected amount of materials or inputs needed to produce a unit of product under normal conditions.

Actual Output

Actual output is the factual quantity of goods or services produced within a specified time frame, representing productivity.

Standard Price

The predetermined cost assigned to materials, labor, or overhead for the purposes of budgeting and variance analysis.