If $J$ is the angular momentum of a planet revolving around the Sun,what is the areal velocity of the planet?

  • A
    $\frac{1}{2} mJ$
  • B
    $\frac{J}{2m}$
  • C
    $\frac{m}{2J}$
  • D
    $\frac{1}{2mJ}$

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