MCQ
The dimensions of couple are
  • $M L^2 T^{-2}$
  • B
    $M L T^{-2}$
  • C
    $M L^{-1} T^{-3}$
  • D
    $M L^{-2} T^{-2}$

Answer

Correct option: A.
$M L^2 T^{-2}$
(a) Couple $=$ Force $\times$ Arm length $=\left[M L T^{-2}\right][L]=\left[M L^2 T^{-2}\right]$

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