AIPMT MAINS2010Physics-Rotational Motion

AIPMT MAINS 2010 Physics Rolling motion MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11

A solid cylinder and a hollow cylinder, both of the same mass and same external diameter are released from the same height at the same time on a inclined plane. Both roll down without slipping. Which one will reach the bottom first?

A

Both together only when angle of inclination of plane is 45°

B

Both together

C

Hollow cylinder

D

Solid cylinder

Correct Answer

Option D

Detailed Explanation

The solid cylinder will reach the bottom first because it has a smaller moment of inertia compared to the hollow cylinder, allowing it to accelerate faster.

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