Concepts Of Physics MCQ Edition [Volume 1]
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- Concepts Of Physics MCQ Edition [Volume 1]
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- Rotational Mechanics
Concepts Of Physics MCQ Edition [Volume 1] · Physics · Rotational Mechanics
Consider the pulley shown in the figure, which has a radius of 10...
Consider the pulley shown in the figure, which has a radius of and a moment of inertia of about its axis. Assuming that the inclined planes are frictionless, determine the acceleration of the block.

Options
- A
- B
- C
- D
Correct answer
C.
Step-by-step solution
Let be the acceleration of the blocks, be the tension in the string attached to the block, and be the tension in the string attached to the block.
The equations of motion for the blocks along the incline are:
For the block (moving downwards):
For the block (moving upwards):
For the rotation of the pulley:
Since the string does not slip, .
Given and :
Adding the three equations:
Taking and :
The acceleration of the block is approximately .
Answer:
The equations of motion for the blocks along the incline are:
For the block (moving downwards):
For the block (moving upwards):
For the rotation of the pulley:
Since the string does not slip, .
Given and :
Adding the three equations:
Taking and :
The acceleration of the block is approximately .
Answer: