A 2.0 kg cylinder (radius = 0.08 m, length = 0.50 m) is released from rest at the top of a ramp and allowed to roll without slipping. The ramp is 0.77 m high and 5.0 m long.

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A 2.0 kg cylinder (radius = 0.08 m, length = 0.50 m) is released from rest at the top of a ramp and allowed to roll without slipping. The ramp is 0.77 m high and 5.0 m long. 
(a) When the cylinder reaches the bottom of the ramp, what is its total kinetic energy?

(b) What is its rotational kinetic energy?

(c) What is its translational kinetic energy?

bobpursley · Answer

I will be happy to critique your thinking.

Anonymous · Answer

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