Q.

The angle of 1' (minute of arc) in radian is nearly equal to

A

1.75×10-2rad

 

B

2.91×10-4rad

 

C

4.85×10-4rad

 

D

4.80×10-6rad

 


A.

(b) 1'=(160)o=160×π180

=2.91×10-4rad

 



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