Dimensional formula identification: ML²T⁻² corresponds to which physical quantity? Use standard M–L–T dimensional analysis for mechanical quantities. Choose the correct option.
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Physics
Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
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APower
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BWork or energy (also torque)
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CLinear momentum
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DPressure
Answer
Correct Answer: Work or energy (also torque)
Explanation
DerivationWork = Force × distance = (MLT-2) × L = ML2T-2.Torque = r × F has the same dimensions ML2T-2.
ContrastPower = Work/time ⇒ ML2T-3; Momentum = MLT-1; Pressure = ML-1T-2.
Final AnswerWork or energy (also torque)