Homework problem on rotational speed

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The discussion focuses on calculating the rotational speed of clock hands, specifically the minute and second hands. The minute hand completes one full rotation in 60 minutes, while the second hand does so in 60 seconds. Participants emphasize that the results should be expressed in radians per second. Additionally, the angle covered by the minute hand in one rotation is noted to be 2π radians. Understanding these calculations is essential for solving the homework problem effectively.
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what is the rotational speed of the hand on a clock that measures the minutes?
what is the rotational speed of the hand on a clock that measures the seconds?
 
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See the watch. Find the time taken by the minute hand and second hand to complete one rotation.
What is the angle covered by the minute hand in one rotation?
What is the rotational speed?
 
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Hi nsingh947! Welcome to PF! :smile:

I'll just add: your result should be in radians per second :wink:
 

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