Answer:
I₂/I₁ = 0.53
Explanation:
During the motion the angular momentum of the skater remains conserved. Therefore:
Angular Momentum of Skater Before Pulling Arms = Angular Momentum of Skater After Pulling Arms
L₁ = L₂
but, the formula for angular momentum is:
L = Iω
Therefore,
I₁ω₁ = I₂ω₂
I₂/I₁ = ω₁/ω₂
where,
I₁ = Initial Moment of Inertia
I₂ = Final Moment of Inertia
ω₁ = Initial Angular Velocity = 3.14 rad/s
ω₂ = Final Angular velocity = 5.94 rad/s
Therefore,
I₂/I₁ = (3.14 rad/s)/(5.94 rad/s)
I₂/I₁ = 0.53
