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⚛️ Physics  ·  System of Particles and Rotational Motion  ·  NEET & JEE

An object rolls down without slipping. The ratio of translational KE to rotational KE for a solid disk is:

Answer: 2:1.

  • A 2:1
  • B 1:1
  • C 1:2
  • D 3:1

Correct answer: A. 2:1

Explanation: For disk: I = mR²/2. KE_trans = (1/2)mv², KE_rot = (1/2)(mR²/2)(v/R)² = mv²/4. Ratio = 2:1.

axis OPr⊥Fττ = r⊥ × F = r × F × sinθ

Torque about axis O equals the force F multiplied by the perpendicular distance r⊥ from the axis to the line of action of the force, producing rotation.

Concept context

Moment of inertia, torque, angular momentum, rolling motion. Very high JEE weightage.

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