Two cylinders of the same size and mass roll down an incline. Cylinder A has most of its weight concentrated at the rim, while cylinder
B has most of its weight concentrated at
the center. Which reaches the bottom of the incline first?
BLUE: A
YELLOW: B
PINK: Both reach the bottom at the same time.
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