A Small Object of Mass M Starts at Rest at the Position

question 8

Multiple Choice

A small object of mass m starts at rest at the position shown and slides along the frictionless loop-the-loop track of radius R.What is the smallest value of y such that the object will slide without losing contact with the track?

• A)R/4
• B)R/2
• C)R
• D)2R

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Definitions:

Attitude-Behavior Consistency

The extent to which individuals’ attitudes (beliefs and feelings) about an object predict their behavior towards that object.

Cognitive Dissonance

The mental discomfort experienced by a person who holds two or more contradictory beliefs, ideas, or values at the same time.

Theory of Planned Behavior

A theory that predicts an individual's intention to engage in a behavior at a specific time and place, considering the attitude toward the behavior, subjective norms, and perceived behavioral control.

Subjective Norms

Individual beliefs about what significant people in their life think they should do, influencing their intentions and behaviors.