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The linear acceleration of a rotating body is given by the relation

(a) a = rα

(b) a = r/α

(c) a = α/r

(d) a = α^2/r

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The above asked question is from Velocity of a Point on a Link by Relative Velocity Method in portion Velocity in Mechanisms of Machine Kinematics

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Correct option is (a) a = rα

Explanation: The linear velocity of a rotating body is given by the relation v = rω

The linear acceleration of a rotating body is given by the relation a = rα.

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