The linear speed of a particle at the equator of the earth due to its spin motion is $V$. The linear speed of the particle at latitude $30^{\circ}$ is:

  • A
    $\frac{V}{\sqrt{2}}$
  • B
    $\frac{V}{2}$
  • C
    $\frac{\sqrt{3}}{2} V$
  • D
    $V$

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