Two Blocks, M1 = 1

question 25

Multiple Choice

Two blocks, m1 = 1.0 kg and m² = 2.0 kg, are connected by a light string as shown in the figure. If the radius of the pulley is 1.0 m and its rotational inertia is 5.0 kg⋅m², the acceleration of the system is ​ ​

• A)(1/6)g
• B)(3/8)g
• C)(1/8)g
• D)(1/2)g
• E)(5/8)g

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