The force $F$ acting on a body moving in a circle of radius $r$ is always perpendicular to the instantaneous velocity $v$. The work done by the force on the body in one complete rotation is:

  • A
    $Fv$
  • B
    $F \cdot 2 \pi r$
  • C
    $Fr$
  • D
    $0$

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