Rolling Wheel / quick question -- Linear and Angular Velocity

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In a rolling wheel, the point of contact with the ground has zero velocity, confirming that there is no slipping at that point. While the linear velocity of the wheel is defined by the motion of its center, each point on the rim has its own instantaneous linear velocity due to the wheel's rotation. The tangential velocity varies across the wheel, being the same for all points on the rim but not for all points on the wheel. The confusion arises from the distinction between the wheel's overall linear motion and the individual velocities of points on the wheel. Understanding these concepts clarifies why the correct answer to the question is E.
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Homework Statement


Which statement concerning a wheel undergoing rolling motion is true
(a) The angular acceleration of the wheel must be zero m/s2.
(b) The tangential velocity is the same for all points on the wheel.
(c) The linear velocity for all points on the rim of the wheel is non-zero.
(d) The tangential velocity is the same for all points on the rim of the wheel.
(e) There is no slipping at the point where the wheel touches the surface on which it is rolling

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Answer is E
but why not C? this wheel is in angular velocity so that does mean that linear velocity is zero?
 
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No isn't the linear velocity of the wheel just the motion of the center of the wheel. All points on the rim of the wheel don't move linearly right? Am I wrong?
 
gcombina said:
but why not C?
At a given instant, consider the point that is in contact with the ground. Does it have any velocity? If so, which way?
velo city said:
isn't the linear velocity of the wheel just the motion of the center of the wheel.
That's the linear velocity of the wheel as a whole, but each bit of the wheel has its own instantaneous linear velocity.
 
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