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A ring of mass `m` and radius `r` is melted and then moulded into a sphere. The moment of inertia of the sphere will be

A

More than that of the ring

B

Less than that of the ring

C

Equal to that of the ring

D

None of these

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The correct Answer is:
B
Radius of sphere is very less comparison to ring.
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