Complete the following statement: When a net torque is applied to a rigid object, it always produces a
A)constant acceleration.
B)rotational equilibrium.
C)constant angular velocity.
D)constant angular momentum.
E)change in angular velocity.

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When a net torque is applied to a rigid object, it produces a change in angular velocity, as stated by the angular form of Newton's second law, τ = Iα, where τ is the net torque, I is the moment of inertia of the object, and α is the angular acceleration. The torque causes the object to rotate with a changing angular velocity, resulting in a change in its angular momentum. Therefore, option E is the best choice.

Complete the Following Statement: When a Net Torque Is Applied