In-class question

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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