Tool life equations for two tools under consideration are as follows
HSS = VT0/2 = 150
Carbide : VT0.3 = 250
Where V is the cutting speed in m/min and breakeven cutting speed above which the carbide tool will beneficial is
(a) 54 m/min (b) 150 m/min
(c) 194 m/min (d) 250 m/min