$A$ semi-circular disc has mass $M$ and radius $r$. The moment of inertia about an axis passing through its center and perpendicular to the plane of the disc is:

  • A
    $Mr^2$
  • B
    $\frac{1}{2}Mr^2$
  • C
    $\frac{1}{4}Mr^2$
  • D
    $\frac{2}{5}Mr^2$

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