A Solid Sphere, a Solid Cylinder, and a Hoop All

question 3

Multiple Choice

A solid sphere, a solid cylinder, and a hoop all have the same mass and radius. Each are sent down identical inclined planes starting from rest. Their kinetic energies at the bottom of the incline are K_sphere, K_cylinder, and K_hoop. Which of the following is true?

• A) K_sphere > K_cylinder
• B) K_hoop > K_sphere
• C) K_hoop > K_cylinder
• D) K_cylinder > K_hoop
• E) No answer above is correct.

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