Rotational Dynamics and Rolling Motion

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Class 11 Physics - Rotation

Rotational Dynamics and Rolling Motion

Master rotational kinetic energy, work and power in rotation, rolling without slipping, combined energy, applications, numericals and PYQs.

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Rotational Kinetic Energy

Rotational kinetic energy is energy due to rotation. It depends on moment of inertia and angular speed.

Krot = 1/2 Iω2Ktrans = 1/2 mv2

Same mass can have different rotational energy if mass distribution changes I.

KE comparison
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Work Done in Rotation

Rotational work is torque times angular displacement. For variable torque, integrate over angle.

dW = τ dθW = τθW = ∫τ dθ

Area under τ-θ graph gives work done.

area / slope rules
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Power in Rotation

Power is the rate of rotational work. Motors, fans, wheel drives and engine shafts use rotational power.

P = dW/dtP = τω

High torque at high angular speed means high power.

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Rotational Dynamics Basic Relation

Torque is the rotational analogue of force; moment of inertia is the rotational analogue of mass.

Linear MotionRotational Motion
Force FTorque τ
Mass mMoment of inertia I
Acceleration aAngular acceleration α
Work FsWork τθ
Power FvPower τω
Kinetic energy 1/2mv²1/2Iω²
Momentum mvAngular momentum Iω
τ = Iα
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Rolling Motion

Rolling is translation of centre of mass plus rotation about centre of mass. In pure rolling, the contact point is instantaneously at rest.

  • Top point velocity = 2v.
  • Centre velocity = v.
  • Bottom point velocity = 0 in pure rolling.
  • Instantaneous axis is through contact point.
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Rolling Without Slipping

Very important: pure rolling means no relative slipping at contact. Static friction can provide torque.

v = Rωa = Rα

Slipping and pure rolling are different; do not use v=Rω during slipping.

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Translational + Rotational Energy

Rolling body has two kinetic energies: translation of COM and rotation about COM.

K = 1/2 mv2 + 1/2 Iω2K = 1/2 mv2 + 1/2 I(v2/R2)
BodyIKrolling
RingMR²mv²
Disc / Solid cylinderMR²/23/4 mv²
Solid sphere2MR²/57/10 mv²
Hollow sphere2MR²/35/6 mv²
KE comparison
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Rolling Down Inclined Plane

Mass distribution controls acceleration and final speed.

a = g sinθ / (1 + I/MR2)v = √[2gh / (1 + I/MR2)]
BodyAccelerationVelocityExam Tip
Ringg sinθ/2√(gh)Slowest
Disc / cylinder2g sinθ/3√(4gh/3)Middle
Solid sphere5g sinθ/7√(10gh/7)Fastest
a = g sin theta /(1+I/MR²)
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Friction in Rolling

Static friction appears in pure rolling; kinetic friction appears in slipping. Static friction may do zero work on a fixed rough surface.

Pure Rolling

Contact point has zero relative velocity; friction is static.

Slipping

Contact point slides; friction is kinetic and dissipates energy.

Direction

Direction depends on tendency of slipping, not always backward.

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Applications

Concept cards with formula, diagram and exam tip.

Rolling wheel

top 2v, centre v, bottom 0

Concept: Translation plus rotation

Formula: v=Rω

Exam Tip: Bottom point has zero velocity.

Rolling cylinder down incline

a = g sin theta /(1+I/MR²)

Concept: Energy and torque

Formula: a=g sinθ/(1+I/MR²)

Exam Tip: I/MR² decides acceleration.

Rolling sphere

a = g sin theta /(1+I/MR²)

Concept: Small inertia factor

Formula: a=5g sinθ/7

Exam Tip: Solid sphere is fast.

Bowling ball

top 2v, centre v, bottom 0

Concept: Rolling plus possible slipping

Formula: K=Ktrans+Krot

Exam Tip: Check if pure rolling.

Bicycle wheel

top 2v, centre v, bottom 0

Concept: Pure rolling link

Formula: v=Rω

Exam Tip: Top point speed is 2v.

Car tyre

top 2v, centre v, bottom 0

Concept: Static friction and rolling

Formula: a=Rα

Exam Tip: Tyre-road friction is usually static.

Flywheel

KE comparison

Concept: Rotational energy storage

Formula: K=1/2Iω²

Exam Tip: Large I stores energy.

Fan motor

top 2v, centre v, bottom 0

Concept: Rotational power

Formula: P=τω

Exam Tip: Motor torque sets angular acceleration.

Yo-yo motion

Concept: Potential to translation and rotation

Formula: mgh=1/2mv²+1/2Iω²

Exam Tip: String constraint matters.

Spool problems

Concept: Torque about contact point

Formula: depends on pull geometry

Exam Tip: Direction can surprise you.

Pulley and rotating disc

Concept: String acceleration and rotation

Formula: a=Rα

Exam Tip: Pulley inertia reduces acceleration.

Rolling race

a = g sin theta /(1+I/MR²)

Concept: Compare I/MR²

Formula: a=g sinθ/(1+β)

Exam Tip: Small β wins.

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Important Graphs

Graph interpretation for rotational work, angular speed, energy and rolling point velocities.

Torque vs Angular Displacement

area / slope rules

Area gives work.

Angular Velocity vs Time

area / slope rules

Slope gives angular acceleration.

Krot vs omega

KE comparison

Parabolic relation.

Rolling KE Comparison

KE comparison

Depends on I/MR².

Wheel Point Velocities

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Top 2v, centre v, bottom 0.

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Important Formula Table

Complete quick formula sheet.

ConceptFormulaMeaningExam Tip
Krot1/2Iω²Rotational KEUse I about rotation axis
Workτθ, ∫τdθRotational workArea under τ-θ
PowerτωRate of workMotor/fan problems
Dynamicsτ=IαRotational F=maNet torque
Pure rollingv=Rω, a=RαNo slippingUse only if pure rolling
Krolling1/2Mv²+1/2Iω²Total KENever forget rotation
Incline accelerationg sinθ/(1+I/MR²)Rolling accelerationSmall factor wins
Height speed√[2gh/(1+I/MR²)]Final speedEnergy method

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High-Quality Numericals

Solved bank covering energy, power, torque, rolling, incline, pulleys, spools and yo-yos.

1. CBSE rotational KE: I=2 kg m² and ω=6 rad/s. Find Krot.
KE comparisonQuestion: I=2 kg m² and ω=6 rad/s. Find Krot.
Diagram: shown above.
Given: Identify I, M, R, omega, torque, angle, height or incline.
Formula: Krot=1/2Iω2, W=τθ, P=τω, τ=Iα, v=Rω, K=1/2Mv2+1/2Iω2.
Calculation: K=1/2Iω²=36 J.
Final Answer: K=1/2Iω²=36 J.
Exam Tip: Use v=Rω only for pure rolling.
Common Mistake: Forgetting rotational kinetic energy.
2. NEET work by torque: Torque 8 N m rotates through 5 rad. Work?
area / slope rulesQuestion: Torque 8 N m rotates through 5 rad. Work?
Diagram: shown above.
Given: Identify I, M, R, omega, torque, angle, height or incline.
Formula: Krot=1/2Iω2, W=τθ, P=τω, τ=Iα, v=Rω, K=1/2Mv2+1/2Iω2.
Calculation: W=τθ=40 J.
Final Answer: W=τθ=40 J.
Exam Tip: Use v=Rω only for pure rolling.
Common Mistake: Forgetting rotational kinetic energy.
3. JEE Main power: Torque 12 N m at 20 rad/s. Power?
top 2v, centre v, bottom 0Question: Torque 12 N m at 20 rad/s. Power?
Diagram: shown above.
Given: Identify I, M, R, omega, torque, angle, height or incline.
Formula: Krot=1/2Iω2, W=τθ, P=τω, τ=Iα, v=Rω, K=1/2Mv2+1/2Iω2.
Calculation: P=240 W.
Final Answer: P=240 W.
Exam Tip: Use v=Rω only for pure rolling.
Common Mistake: Forgetting rotational kinetic energy.
4. JEE Advanced rolling energy: Solid cylinder speed v. Find total KE.
KE comparisonQuestion: Solid cylinder speed v. Find total KE.
Diagram: shown above.
Given: Identify I, M, R, omega, torque, angle, height or incline.
Formula: Krot=1/2Iω2, W=τθ, P=τω, τ=Iα, v=Rω, K=1/2Mv2+1/2Iω2.
Calculation: K=3/4Mv².
Final Answer: K=3/4Mv².
Exam Tip: Use v=Rω only for pure rolling.
Common Mistake: Forgetting rotational kinetic energy.
5. IB incline ring: Ring rolls down incline angle θ. Find acceleration.
a = g sin theta /(1+I/MR²)Question: Ring rolls down incline angle θ. Find acceleration.
Diagram: shown above.
Given: Identify I, M, R, omega, torque, angle, height or incline.
Formula: Krot=1/2Iω2, W=τθ, P=τω, τ=Iα, v=Rω, K=1/2Mv2+1/2Iω2.
Calculation: a=g sinθ/2.
Final Answer: a=g sinθ/2.
Exam Tip: Use v=Rω only for pure rolling.
Common Mistake: Forgetting rotational kinetic energy.
6. IGCSE pure rolling: R=0.5 m and ω=10 rad/s. Centre speed?
top 2v, centre v, bottom 0Question: R=0.5 m and ω=10 rad/s. Centre speed?
Diagram: shown above.
Given: Identify I, M, R, omega, torque, angle, height or incline.
Formula: Krot=1/2Iω2, W=τθ, P=τω, τ=Iα, v=Rω, K=1/2Mv2+1/2Iω2.
Calculation: v=Rω=5 m/s.
Final Answer: v=Rω=5 m/s.
Exam Tip: Use v=Rω only for pure rolling.
Common Mistake: Forgetting rotational kinetic energy.
7. A-Level solid sphere: Solid sphere descends height h. Find v.
a = g sin theta /(1+I/MR²)Question: Solid sphere descends height h. Find v.
Diagram: shown above.
Given: Identify I, M, R, omega, torque, angle, height or incline.
Formula: Krot=1/2Iω2, W=τθ, P=τω, τ=Iα, v=Rω, K=1/2Mv2+1/2Iω2.
Calculation: v=sqrt(10gh/7).
Final Answer: v=sqrt(10gh/7).
Exam Tip: Use v=Rω only for pure rolling.
Common Mistake: Forgetting rotational kinetic energy.
8. Pulley inertia: Pulley radius R and angular acceleration α. String acceleration?
Question: Pulley radius R and angular acceleration α. String acceleration?
Diagram: shown above.
Given: Identify I, M, R, omega, torque, angle, height or incline.
Formula: Krot=1/2Iω2, W=τθ, P=τω, τ=Iα, v=Rω, K=1/2Mv2+1/2Iω2.
Calculation: a=Rα.
Final Answer: a=Rα.
Exam Tip: Use v=Rω only for pure rolling.
Common Mistake: Forgetting rotational kinetic energy.
9. Yo-yo: A yo-yo descending uses energy into which forms?
Question: A yo-yo descending uses energy into which forms?
Diagram: shown above.
Given: Identify I, M, R, omega, torque, angle, height or incline.
Formula: Krot=1/2Iω2, W=τθ, P=τω, τ=Iα, v=Rω, K=1/2Mv2+1/2Iω2.
Calculation: Translational and rotational kinetic energy.
Final Answer: Translational and rotational kinetic energy.
Exam Tip: Use v=Rω only for pure rolling.
Common Mistake: Forgetting rotational kinetic energy.
10. Friction: Pure rolling on fixed rough floor: work by static friction?
top 2v, centre v, bottom 0Question: Pure rolling on fixed rough floor: work by static friction?
Diagram: shown above.
Given: Identify I, M, R, omega, torque, angle, height or incline.
Formula: Krot=1/2Iω2, W=τθ, P=τω, τ=Iα, v=Rω, K=1/2Mv2+1/2Iω2.
Calculation: Zero at contact for ideal pure rolling.
Final Answer: Zero at contact for ideal pure rolling.
Exam Tip: Use v=Rω only for pure rolling.
Common Mistake: Forgetting rotational kinetic energy.
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NEET Question Bank

50 NEET-style MCQs. Authentic years are not invented.

1. NEET Exam-style Question: Rotational kinetic energy is: A 1/2mv² B 1/2Iω² C Iω D τθ
KE comparisonCorrect Answer: B. Krot=1/2Iω².
Detailed Explanation: This tests rotational KE. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
2. NEET Exam-style Question: Work done by constant torque τ through angle θ is: A τθ B τ/θ C θ/τ D Iω
area / slope rulesCorrect Answer: A.
Detailed Explanation: This tests work rotation. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
3. NEET Exam-style Question: Power in rotation equals: A Fv B τω C I/ω D τ/ω
top 2v, centre v, bottom 0Correct Answer: B.
Detailed Explanation: This tests power. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
4. NEET Exam-style Question: Rotational analogue of F=ma is: A τ=Iα B L=Iω C v=Rω D W=τθ
top 2v, centre v, bottom 0Correct Answer: A.
Detailed Explanation: This tests dynamics. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
5. NEET Exam-style Question: Pure rolling condition is: A v=Rω B v=ω/R C a=ωR² D I=MR
top 2v, centre v, bottom 0Correct Answer: A.
Detailed Explanation: This tests rolling condition. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
6. NEET Exam-style Question: Total KE of rolling body is: A translational only B rotational only C 1/2mv²+1/2Iω² D zero
KE comparisonCorrect Answer: C.
Detailed Explanation: This tests rolling energy. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
7. NEET Exam-style Question: Rolling KE of ring is: A 1/2mv² B mv² C 3/4mv² D 7/10mv²
KE comparisonCorrect Answer: B.
Detailed Explanation: This tests ring rolling. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
8. NEET Exam-style Question: Rolling KE of solid disc/cylinder is: A mv² B 3/4mv² C 5/6mv² D 7/10mv²
KE comparisonCorrect Answer: B.
Detailed Explanation: This tests disc rolling. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
9. NEET Exam-style Question: Which rolls fastest down same incline: ring, disc, solid sphere?
a = g sin theta /(1+I/MR²)Correct Answer: Solid sphere, because I/MR² is smallest.
Detailed Explanation: This tests incline race. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
10. NEET Exam-style Question: In pure rolling on fixed rough surface, static friction at contact may do work: A always positive B always negative C zero D infinite
top 2v, centre v, bottom 0Correct Answer: C for contact point instantaneously at rest.
Detailed Explanation: This tests friction. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
11. NEET Exam-style Question: Rotational kinetic energy is: A 1/2mv² B 1/2Iω² C Iω D τθ
KE comparisonCorrect Answer: B. Krot=1/2Iω².
Detailed Explanation: This tests rotational KE. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
12. NEET Exam-style Question: Work done by constant torque τ through angle θ is: A τθ B τ/θ C θ/τ D Iω
area / slope rulesCorrect Answer: A.
Detailed Explanation: This tests work rotation. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
13. NEET Exam-style Question: Power in rotation equals: A Fv B τω C I/ω D τ/ω
top 2v, centre v, bottom 0Correct Answer: B.
Detailed Explanation: This tests power. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
14. NEET Exam-style Question: Rotational analogue of F=ma is: A τ=Iα B L=Iω C v=Rω D W=τθ
top 2v, centre v, bottom 0Correct Answer: A.
Detailed Explanation: This tests dynamics. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
15. NEET Exam-style Question: Pure rolling condition is: A v=Rω B v=ω/R C a=ωR² D I=MR
top 2v, centre v, bottom 0Correct Answer: A.
Detailed Explanation: This tests rolling condition. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
16. NEET Exam-style Question: Total KE of rolling body is: A translational only B rotational only C 1/2mv²+1/2Iω² D zero
KE comparisonCorrect Answer: C.
Detailed Explanation: This tests rolling energy. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
17. NEET Exam-style Question: Rolling KE of ring is: A 1/2mv² B mv² C 3/4mv² D 7/10mv²
KE comparisonCorrect Answer: B.
Detailed Explanation: This tests ring rolling. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
18. NEET Exam-style Question: Rolling KE of solid disc/cylinder is: A mv² B 3/4mv² C 5/6mv² D 7/10mv²
KE comparisonCorrect Answer: B.
Detailed Explanation: This tests disc rolling. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
19. NEET Exam-style Question: Which rolls fastest down same incline: ring, disc, solid sphere?
a = g sin theta /(1+I/MR²)Correct Answer: Solid sphere, because I/MR² is smallest.
Detailed Explanation: This tests incline race. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
20. NEET Exam-style Question: In pure rolling on fixed rough surface, static friction at contact may do work: A always positive B always negative C zero D infinite
top 2v, centre v, bottom 0Correct Answer: C for contact point instantaneously at rest.
Detailed Explanation: This tests friction. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
21. NEET Exam-style Question: Rotational kinetic energy is: A 1/2mv² B 1/2Iω² C Iω D τθ
KE comparisonCorrect Answer: B. Krot=1/2Iω².
Detailed Explanation: This tests rotational KE. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
22. NEET Exam-style Question: Work done by constant torque τ through angle θ is: A τθ B τ/θ C θ/τ D Iω
area / slope rulesCorrect Answer: A.
Detailed Explanation: This tests work rotation. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
23. NEET Exam-style Question: Power in rotation equals: A Fv B τω C I/ω D τ/ω
top 2v, centre v, bottom 0Correct Answer: B.
Detailed Explanation: This tests power. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
24. NEET Exam-style Question: Rotational analogue of F=ma is: A τ=Iα B L=Iω C v=Rω D W=τθ
top 2v, centre v, bottom 0Correct Answer: A.
Detailed Explanation: This tests dynamics. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
25. NEET Exam-style Question: Pure rolling condition is: A v=Rω B v=ω/R C a=ωR² D I=MR
top 2v, centre v, bottom 0Correct Answer: A.
Detailed Explanation: This tests rolling condition. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
26. NEET Exam-style Question: Total KE of rolling body is: A translational only B rotational only C 1/2mv²+1/2Iω² D zero
KE comparisonCorrect Answer: C.
Detailed Explanation: This tests rolling energy. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
27. NEET Exam-style Question: Rolling KE of ring is: A 1/2mv² B mv² C 3/4mv² D 7/10mv²
KE comparisonCorrect Answer: B.
Detailed Explanation: This tests ring rolling. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
28. NEET Exam-style Question: Rolling KE of solid disc/cylinder is: A mv² B 3/4mv² C 5/6mv² D 7/10mv²
KE comparisonCorrect Answer: B.
Detailed Explanation: This tests disc rolling. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
29. NEET Exam-style Question: Which rolls fastest down same incline: ring, disc, solid sphere?
a = g sin theta /(1+I/MR²)Correct Answer: Solid sphere, because I/MR² is smallest.
Detailed Explanation: This tests incline race. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
30. NEET Exam-style Question: In pure rolling on fixed rough surface, static friction at contact may do work: A always positive B always negative C zero D infinite
top 2v, centre v, bottom 0Correct Answer: C for contact point instantaneously at rest.
Detailed Explanation: This tests friction. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
31. NEET Exam-style Question: Rotational kinetic energy is: A 1/2mv² B 1/2Iω² C Iω D τθ
KE comparisonCorrect Answer: B. Krot=1/2Iω².
Detailed Explanation: This tests rotational KE. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
32. NEET Exam-style Question: Work done by constant torque τ through angle θ is: A τθ B τ/θ C θ/τ D Iω
area / slope rulesCorrect Answer: A.
Detailed Explanation: This tests work rotation. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
33. NEET Exam-style Question: Power in rotation equals: A Fv B τω C I/ω D τ/ω
top 2v, centre v, bottom 0Correct Answer: B.
Detailed Explanation: This tests power. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
34. NEET Exam-style Question: Rotational analogue of F=ma is: A τ=Iα B L=Iω C v=Rω D W=τθ
top 2v, centre v, bottom 0Correct Answer: A.
Detailed Explanation: This tests dynamics. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
35. NEET Exam-style Question: Pure rolling condition is: A v=Rω B v=ω/R C a=ωR² D I=MR
top 2v, centre v, bottom 0Correct Answer: A.
Detailed Explanation: This tests rolling condition. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
36. NEET Exam-style Question: Total KE of rolling body is: A translational only B rotational only C 1/2mv²+1/2Iω² D zero
KE comparisonCorrect Answer: C.
Detailed Explanation: This tests rolling energy. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
37. NEET Exam-style Question: Rolling KE of ring is: A 1/2mv² B mv² C 3/4mv² D 7/10mv²
KE comparisonCorrect Answer: B.
Detailed Explanation: This tests ring rolling. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
38. NEET Exam-style Question: Rolling KE of solid disc/cylinder is: A mv² B 3/4mv² C 5/6mv² D 7/10mv²
KE comparisonCorrect Answer: B.
Detailed Explanation: This tests disc rolling. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
39. NEET Exam-style Question: Which rolls fastest down same incline: ring, disc, solid sphere?
a = g sin theta /(1+I/MR²)Correct Answer: Solid sphere, because I/MR² is smallest.
Detailed Explanation: This tests incline race. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
40. NEET Exam-style Question: In pure rolling on fixed rough surface, static friction at contact may do work: A always positive B always negative C zero D infinite
top 2v, centre v, bottom 0Correct Answer: C for contact point instantaneously at rest.
Detailed Explanation: This tests friction. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
41. NEET Exam-style Question: Rotational kinetic energy is: A 1/2mv² B 1/2Iω² C Iω D τθ
KE comparisonCorrect Answer: B. Krot=1/2Iω².
Detailed Explanation: This tests rotational KE. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
42. NEET Exam-style Question: Work done by constant torque τ through angle θ is: A τθ B τ/θ C θ/τ D Iω
area / slope rulesCorrect Answer: A.
Detailed Explanation: This tests work rotation. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
43. NEET Exam-style Question: Power in rotation equals: A Fv B τω C I/ω D τ/ω
top 2v, centre v, bottom 0Correct Answer: B.
Detailed Explanation: This tests power. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
44. NEET Exam-style Question: Rotational analogue of F=ma is: A τ=Iα B L=Iω C v=Rω D W=τθ
top 2v, centre v, bottom 0Correct Answer: A.
Detailed Explanation: This tests dynamics. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
45. NEET Exam-style Question: Pure rolling condition is: A v=Rω B v=ω/R C a=ωR² D I=MR
top 2v, centre v, bottom 0Correct Answer: A.
Detailed Explanation: This tests rolling condition. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
46. NEET Exam-style Question: Total KE of rolling body is: A translational only B rotational only C 1/2mv²+1/2Iω² D zero
KE comparisonCorrect Answer: C.
Detailed Explanation: This tests rolling energy. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
47. NEET Exam-style Question: Rolling KE of ring is: A 1/2mv² B mv² C 3/4mv² D 7/10mv²
KE comparisonCorrect Answer: B.
Detailed Explanation: This tests ring rolling. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
48. NEET Exam-style Question: Rolling KE of solid disc/cylinder is: A mv² B 3/4mv² C 5/6mv² D 7/10mv²
KE comparisonCorrect Answer: B.
Detailed Explanation: This tests disc rolling. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
49. NEET Exam-style Question: Which rolls fastest down same incline: ring, disc, solid sphere?
a = g sin theta /(1+I/MR²)Correct Answer: Solid sphere, because I/MR² is smallest.
Detailed Explanation: This tests incline race. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
50. NEET Exam-style Question: In pure rolling on fixed rough surface, static friction at contact may do work: A always positive B always negative C zero D infinite
top 2v, centre v, bottom 0Correct Answer: C for contact point instantaneously at rest.
Detailed Explanation: This tests friction. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
15

JEE Main Question Bank

50 difficult JEE Main-style questions on rolling energy, τ=Iα, incline, power and friction.

1. JEE Main Exam-style Question: I=4 kg m² and ω=5 rad/s. Find Krot.
KE comparisonCorrect Answer: K=1/2 Iω²=50 J.
Detailed Explanation: This tests rotational KE. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
2. JEE Main Exam-style Question: Torque 10 N m turns wheel by 6 rad. Work?
area / slope rulesCorrect Answer: W=τθ=60 J.
Detailed Explanation: This tests work rotation. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
3. JEE Main Exam-style Question: Torque 20 N m acts at 30 rad/s. Power?
top 2v, centre v, bottom 0Correct Answer: P=τω=600 W.
Detailed Explanation: This tests power. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
4. JEE Main Exam-style Question: Torque 12 N m on I=3 kg m². Find α.
top 2v, centre v, bottom 0Correct Answer: α=τ/I=4 rad/s².
Detailed Explanation: This tests tau I alpha. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
5. JEE Main Exam-style Question: Wheel R=0.4 m has ω=20 rad/s. Centre speed?
top 2v, centre v, bottom 0Correct Answer: v=Rω=8 m/s.
Detailed Explanation: This tests rolling condition. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
6. JEE Main Exam-style Question: Solid cylinder mass m speed v. Total KE?
KE comparisonCorrect Answer: K=3/4mv².
Detailed Explanation: This tests rolling energy. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
7. JEE Main Exam-style Question: Ring rolls down incline. Acceleration?
a = g sin theta /(1+I/MR²)Correct Answer: a=g sinθ/(1+1)=g sinθ/2.
Detailed Explanation: This tests incline. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
8. JEE Main Exam-style Question: Solid sphere rolls down incline. Acceleration?
a = g sin theta /(1+I/MR²)Correct Answer: a=g sinθ/(1+2/5)=5g sinθ/7.
Detailed Explanation: This tests incline. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
9. JEE Main Exam-style Question: Pulley has nonzero I. Why acceleration is less?
Correct Answer: Some energy/torque goes into pulley rotation.
Detailed Explanation: This tests pulley. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
10. JEE Main Exam-style Question: In spool questions, main trap is:
Correct Answer: Direction of friction/rolling constraint depends on pull geometry.
Detailed Explanation: This tests spool. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
11. JEE Main Exam-style Question: I=4 kg m² and ω=5 rad/s. Find Krot.
KE comparisonCorrect Answer: K=1/2 Iω²=50 J.
Detailed Explanation: This tests rotational KE. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
12. JEE Main Exam-style Question: Torque 10 N m turns wheel by 6 rad. Work?
area / slope rulesCorrect Answer: W=τθ=60 J.
Detailed Explanation: This tests work rotation. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
13. JEE Main Exam-style Question: Torque 20 N m acts at 30 rad/s. Power?
top 2v, centre v, bottom 0Correct Answer: P=τω=600 W.
Detailed Explanation: This tests power. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
14. JEE Main Exam-style Question: Torque 12 N m on I=3 kg m². Find α.
top 2v, centre v, bottom 0Correct Answer: α=τ/I=4 rad/s².
Detailed Explanation: This tests tau I alpha. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
15. JEE Main Exam-style Question: Wheel R=0.4 m has ω=20 rad/s. Centre speed?
top 2v, centre v, bottom 0Correct Answer: v=Rω=8 m/s.
Detailed Explanation: This tests rolling condition. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
16. JEE Main Exam-style Question: Solid cylinder mass m speed v. Total KE?
KE comparisonCorrect Answer: K=3/4mv².
Detailed Explanation: This tests rolling energy. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
17. JEE Main Exam-style Question: Ring rolls down incline. Acceleration?
a = g sin theta /(1+I/MR²)Correct Answer: a=g sinθ/(1+1)=g sinθ/2.
Detailed Explanation: This tests incline. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
18. JEE Main Exam-style Question: Solid sphere rolls down incline. Acceleration?
a = g sin theta /(1+I/MR²)Correct Answer: a=g sinθ/(1+2/5)=5g sinθ/7.
Detailed Explanation: This tests incline. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
19. JEE Main Exam-style Question: Pulley has nonzero I. Why acceleration is less?
Correct Answer: Some energy/torque goes into pulley rotation.
Detailed Explanation: This tests pulley. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
20. JEE Main Exam-style Question: In spool questions, main trap is:
Correct Answer: Direction of friction/rolling constraint depends on pull geometry.
Detailed Explanation: This tests spool. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
21. JEE Main Exam-style Question: I=4 kg m² and ω=5 rad/s. Find Krot.
KE comparisonCorrect Answer: K=1/2 Iω²=50 J.
Detailed Explanation: This tests rotational KE. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
22. JEE Main Exam-style Question: Torque 10 N m turns wheel by 6 rad. Work?
area / slope rulesCorrect Answer: W=τθ=60 J.
Detailed Explanation: This tests work rotation. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
23. JEE Main Exam-style Question: Torque 20 N m acts at 30 rad/s. Power?
top 2v, centre v, bottom 0Correct Answer: P=τω=600 W.
Detailed Explanation: This tests power. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
24. JEE Main Exam-style Question: Torque 12 N m on I=3 kg m². Find α.
top 2v, centre v, bottom 0Correct Answer: α=τ/I=4 rad/s².
Detailed Explanation: This tests tau I alpha. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
25. JEE Main Exam-style Question: Wheel R=0.4 m has ω=20 rad/s. Centre speed?
top 2v, centre v, bottom 0Correct Answer: v=Rω=8 m/s.
Detailed Explanation: This tests rolling condition. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
26. JEE Main Exam-style Question: Solid cylinder mass m speed v. Total KE?
KE comparisonCorrect Answer: K=3/4mv².
Detailed Explanation: This tests rolling energy. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
27. JEE Main Exam-style Question: Ring rolls down incline. Acceleration?
a = g sin theta /(1+I/MR²)Correct Answer: a=g sinθ/(1+1)=g sinθ/2.
Detailed Explanation: This tests incline. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
28. JEE Main Exam-style Question: Solid sphere rolls down incline. Acceleration?
a = g sin theta /(1+I/MR²)Correct Answer: a=g sinθ/(1+2/5)=5g sinθ/7.
Detailed Explanation: This tests incline. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
29. JEE Main Exam-style Question: Pulley has nonzero I. Why acceleration is less?
Correct Answer: Some energy/torque goes into pulley rotation.
Detailed Explanation: This tests pulley. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
30. JEE Main Exam-style Question: In spool questions, main trap is:
Correct Answer: Direction of friction/rolling constraint depends on pull geometry.
Detailed Explanation: This tests spool. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
31. JEE Main Exam-style Question: I=4 kg m² and ω=5 rad/s. Find Krot.
KE comparisonCorrect Answer: K=1/2 Iω²=50 J.
Detailed Explanation: This tests rotational KE. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
32. JEE Main Exam-style Question: Torque 10 N m turns wheel by 6 rad. Work?
area / slope rulesCorrect Answer: W=τθ=60 J.
Detailed Explanation: This tests work rotation. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
33. JEE Main Exam-style Question: Torque 20 N m acts at 30 rad/s. Power?
top 2v, centre v, bottom 0Correct Answer: P=τω=600 W.
Detailed Explanation: This tests power. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
34. JEE Main Exam-style Question: Torque 12 N m on I=3 kg m². Find α.
top 2v, centre v, bottom 0Correct Answer: α=τ/I=4 rad/s².
Detailed Explanation: This tests tau I alpha. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
35. JEE Main Exam-style Question: Wheel R=0.4 m has ω=20 rad/s. Centre speed?
top 2v, centre v, bottom 0Correct Answer: v=Rω=8 m/s.
Detailed Explanation: This tests rolling condition. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
36. JEE Main Exam-style Question: Solid cylinder mass m speed v. Total KE?
KE comparisonCorrect Answer: K=3/4mv².
Detailed Explanation: This tests rolling energy. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
37. JEE Main Exam-style Question: Ring rolls down incline. Acceleration?
a = g sin theta /(1+I/MR²)Correct Answer: a=g sinθ/(1+1)=g sinθ/2.
Detailed Explanation: This tests incline. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
38. JEE Main Exam-style Question: Solid sphere rolls down incline. Acceleration?
a = g sin theta /(1+I/MR²)Correct Answer: a=g sinθ/(1+2/5)=5g sinθ/7.
Detailed Explanation: This tests incline. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
39. JEE Main Exam-style Question: Pulley has nonzero I. Why acceleration is less?
Correct Answer: Some energy/torque goes into pulley rotation.
Detailed Explanation: This tests pulley. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
40. JEE Main Exam-style Question: In spool questions, main trap is:
Correct Answer: Direction of friction/rolling constraint depends on pull geometry.
Detailed Explanation: This tests spool. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
41. JEE Main Exam-style Question: I=4 kg m² and ω=5 rad/s. Find Krot.
KE comparisonCorrect Answer: K=1/2 Iω²=50 J.
Detailed Explanation: This tests rotational KE. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
42. JEE Main Exam-style Question: Torque 10 N m turns wheel by 6 rad. Work?
area / slope rulesCorrect Answer: W=τθ=60 J.
Detailed Explanation: This tests work rotation. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
43. JEE Main Exam-style Question: Torque 20 N m acts at 30 rad/s. Power?
top 2v, centre v, bottom 0Correct Answer: P=τω=600 W.
Detailed Explanation: This tests power. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
44. JEE Main Exam-style Question: Torque 12 N m on I=3 kg m². Find α.
top 2v, centre v, bottom 0Correct Answer: α=τ/I=4 rad/s².
Detailed Explanation: This tests tau I alpha. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
45. JEE Main Exam-style Question: Wheel R=0.4 m has ω=20 rad/s. Centre speed?
top 2v, centre v, bottom 0Correct Answer: v=Rω=8 m/s.
Detailed Explanation: This tests rolling condition. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
46. JEE Main Exam-style Question: Solid cylinder mass m speed v. Total KE?
KE comparisonCorrect Answer: K=3/4mv².
Detailed Explanation: This tests rolling energy. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
47. JEE Main Exam-style Question: Ring rolls down incline. Acceleration?
a = g sin theta /(1+I/MR²)Correct Answer: a=g sinθ/(1+1)=g sinθ/2.
Detailed Explanation: This tests incline. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
48. JEE Main Exam-style Question: Solid sphere rolls down incline. Acceleration?
a = g sin theta /(1+I/MR²)Correct Answer: a=g sinθ/(1+2/5)=5g sinθ/7.
Detailed Explanation: This tests incline. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
49. JEE Main Exam-style Question: Pulley has nonzero I. Why acceleration is less?
Correct Answer: Some energy/torque goes into pulley rotation.
Detailed Explanation: This tests pulley. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
50. JEE Main Exam-style Question: In spool questions, main trap is:
Correct Answer: Direction of friction/rolling constraint depends on pull geometry.
Detailed Explanation: This tests spool. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
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JEE Advanced Question Bank

50 advanced questions on constraints, spools, pulleys, slipping and graph-based rotational dynamics.

1. JEE Advanced Exam-style Question: A rolling disc has v=Rω. Differentiate to get relation between accelerations.
top 2v, centre v, bottom 0Correct Answer: a=Rα for pure rolling.
Detailed Explanation: This tests rolling constraints. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
2. JEE Advanced Exam-style Question: Why can a pulled spool move toward or away from pull?
Correct Answer: Torque about contact depends on line of action and inner/outer radii.
Detailed Explanation: This tests spool problems. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
3. JEE Advanced Exam-style Question: For string not slipping on pulley, what constraint links a and α?
Correct Answer: a=Rα.
Detailed Explanation: This tests pulley with moment of inertia. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
4. JEE Advanced Exam-style Question: Can use v=Rω during slipping?
top 2v, centre v, bottom 0Correct Answer: No, v=Rω only for pure rolling.
Detailed Explanation: This tests rolling with slipping. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
5. JEE Advanced Exam-style Question: A torque τ acts through θ on body I from rest. Find ω.
area / slope rulesCorrect Answer: τθ=1/2Iω², so ω=sqrt(2τθ/I).
Detailed Explanation: This tests energy + torque. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
6. JEE Advanced Exam-style Question: Area under τ-θ graph gives:
area / slope rulesCorrect Answer: Rotational work.
Detailed Explanation: This tests graph dynamics. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
7. JEE Advanced Exam-style Question: Derive a for rolling body.
a = g sin theta /(1+I/MR²)Correct Answer: Use mg sinθ - f=ma and fR=Iα with a=Rα, giving a=g sinθ/(1+I/MR²).
Detailed Explanation: This tests rolling incline. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
8. JEE Advanced Exam-style Question: Why solid sphere beats ring down incline?
a = g sin theta /(1+I/MR²)Correct Answer: Smaller I/MR² means larger acceleration.
Detailed Explanation: This tests race. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
9. JEE Advanced Exam-style Question: For ring rolling, rotational KE fraction of total?
KE comparisonCorrect Answer: Half; Ktrans=Krot=1/2mv².
Detailed Explanation: This tests energy split. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
10. JEE Advanced Exam-style Question: When does static friction do zero work in pure rolling?
top 2v, centre v, bottom 0Correct Answer: On fixed surface because contact point is instantaneously at rest.
Detailed Explanation: This tests friction. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
11. JEE Advanced Exam-style Question: A rolling disc has v=Rω. Differentiate to get relation between accelerations.
top 2v, centre v, bottom 0Correct Answer: a=Rα for pure rolling.
Detailed Explanation: This tests rolling constraints. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
12. JEE Advanced Exam-style Question: Why can a pulled spool move toward or away from pull?
Correct Answer: Torque about contact depends on line of action and inner/outer radii.
Detailed Explanation: This tests spool problems. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
13. JEE Advanced Exam-style Question: For string not slipping on pulley, what constraint links a and α?
Correct Answer: a=Rα.
Detailed Explanation: This tests pulley with moment of inertia. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
14. JEE Advanced Exam-style Question: Can use v=Rω during slipping?
top 2v, centre v, bottom 0Correct Answer: No, v=Rω only for pure rolling.
Detailed Explanation: This tests rolling with slipping. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
15. JEE Advanced Exam-style Question: A torque τ acts through θ on body I from rest. Find ω.
area / slope rulesCorrect Answer: τθ=1/2Iω², so ω=sqrt(2τθ/I).
Detailed Explanation: This tests energy + torque. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
16. JEE Advanced Exam-style Question: Area under τ-θ graph gives:
area / slope rulesCorrect Answer: Rotational work.
Detailed Explanation: This tests graph dynamics. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
17. JEE Advanced Exam-style Question: Derive a for rolling body.
a = g sin theta /(1+I/MR²)Correct Answer: Use mg sinθ - f=ma and fR=Iα with a=Rα, giving a=g sinθ/(1+I/MR²).
Detailed Explanation: This tests rolling incline. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
18. JEE Advanced Exam-style Question: Why solid sphere beats ring down incline?
a = g sin theta /(1+I/MR²)Correct Answer: Smaller I/MR² means larger acceleration.
Detailed Explanation: This tests race. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
19. JEE Advanced Exam-style Question: For ring rolling, rotational KE fraction of total?
KE comparisonCorrect Answer: Half; Ktrans=Krot=1/2mv².
Detailed Explanation: This tests energy split. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
20. JEE Advanced Exam-style Question: When does static friction do zero work in pure rolling?
top 2v, centre v, bottom 0Correct Answer: On fixed surface because contact point is instantaneously at rest.
Detailed Explanation: This tests friction. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
21. JEE Advanced Exam-style Question: A rolling disc has v=Rω. Differentiate to get relation between accelerations.
top 2v, centre v, bottom 0Correct Answer: a=Rα for pure rolling.
Detailed Explanation: This tests rolling constraints. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
22. JEE Advanced Exam-style Question: Why can a pulled spool move toward or away from pull?
Correct Answer: Torque about contact depends on line of action and inner/outer radii.
Detailed Explanation: This tests spool problems. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
23. JEE Advanced Exam-style Question: For string not slipping on pulley, what constraint links a and α?
Correct Answer: a=Rα.
Detailed Explanation: This tests pulley with moment of inertia. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
24. JEE Advanced Exam-style Question: Can use v=Rω during slipping?
top 2v, centre v, bottom 0Correct Answer: No, v=Rω only for pure rolling.
Detailed Explanation: This tests rolling with slipping. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
25. JEE Advanced Exam-style Question: A torque τ acts through θ on body I from rest. Find ω.
area / slope rulesCorrect Answer: τθ=1/2Iω², so ω=sqrt(2τθ/I).
Detailed Explanation: This tests energy + torque. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
26. JEE Advanced Exam-style Question: Area under τ-θ graph gives:
area / slope rulesCorrect Answer: Rotational work.
Detailed Explanation: This tests graph dynamics. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
27. JEE Advanced Exam-style Question: Derive a for rolling body.
a = g sin theta /(1+I/MR²)Correct Answer: Use mg sinθ - f=ma and fR=Iα with a=Rα, giving a=g sinθ/(1+I/MR²).
Detailed Explanation: This tests rolling incline. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
28. JEE Advanced Exam-style Question: Why solid sphere beats ring down incline?
a = g sin theta /(1+I/MR²)Correct Answer: Smaller I/MR² means larger acceleration.
Detailed Explanation: This tests race. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
29. JEE Advanced Exam-style Question: For ring rolling, rotational KE fraction of total?
KE comparisonCorrect Answer: Half; Ktrans=Krot=1/2mv².
Detailed Explanation: This tests energy split. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
30. JEE Advanced Exam-style Question: When does static friction do zero work in pure rolling?
top 2v, centre v, bottom 0Correct Answer: On fixed surface because contact point is instantaneously at rest.
Detailed Explanation: This tests friction. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
31. JEE Advanced Exam-style Question: A rolling disc has v=Rω. Differentiate to get relation between accelerations.
top 2v, centre v, bottom 0Correct Answer: a=Rα for pure rolling.
Detailed Explanation: This tests rolling constraints. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
32. JEE Advanced Exam-style Question: Why can a pulled spool move toward or away from pull?
Correct Answer: Torque about contact depends on line of action and inner/outer radii.
Detailed Explanation: This tests spool problems. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
33. JEE Advanced Exam-style Question: For string not slipping on pulley, what constraint links a and α?
Correct Answer: a=Rα.
Detailed Explanation: This tests pulley with moment of inertia. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
34. JEE Advanced Exam-style Question: Can use v=Rω during slipping?
top 2v, centre v, bottom 0Correct Answer: No, v=Rω only for pure rolling.
Detailed Explanation: This tests rolling with slipping. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
35. JEE Advanced Exam-style Question: A torque τ acts through θ on body I from rest. Find ω.
area / slope rulesCorrect Answer: τθ=1/2Iω², so ω=sqrt(2τθ/I).
Detailed Explanation: This tests energy + torque. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
36. JEE Advanced Exam-style Question: Area under τ-θ graph gives:
area / slope rulesCorrect Answer: Rotational work.
Detailed Explanation: This tests graph dynamics. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
37. JEE Advanced Exam-style Question: Derive a for rolling body.
a = g sin theta /(1+I/MR²)Correct Answer: Use mg sinθ - f=ma and fR=Iα with a=Rα, giving a=g sinθ/(1+I/MR²).
Detailed Explanation: This tests rolling incline. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
38. JEE Advanced Exam-style Question: Why solid sphere beats ring down incline?
a = g sin theta /(1+I/MR²)Correct Answer: Smaller I/MR² means larger acceleration.
Detailed Explanation: This tests race. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
39. JEE Advanced Exam-style Question: For ring rolling, rotational KE fraction of total?
KE comparisonCorrect Answer: Half; Ktrans=Krot=1/2mv².
Detailed Explanation: This tests energy split. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
40. JEE Advanced Exam-style Question: When does static friction do zero work in pure rolling?
top 2v, centre v, bottom 0Correct Answer: On fixed surface because contact point is instantaneously at rest.
Detailed Explanation: This tests friction. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
41. JEE Advanced Exam-style Question: A rolling disc has v=Rω. Differentiate to get relation between accelerations.
top 2v, centre v, bottom 0Correct Answer: a=Rα for pure rolling.
Detailed Explanation: This tests rolling constraints. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
42. JEE Advanced Exam-style Question: Why can a pulled spool move toward or away from pull?
Correct Answer: Torque about contact depends on line of action and inner/outer radii.
Detailed Explanation: This tests spool problems. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
43. JEE Advanced Exam-style Question: For string not slipping on pulley, what constraint links a and α?
Correct Answer: a=Rα.
Detailed Explanation: This tests pulley with moment of inertia. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
44. JEE Advanced Exam-style Question: Can use v=Rω during slipping?
top 2v, centre v, bottom 0Correct Answer: No, v=Rω only for pure rolling.
Detailed Explanation: This tests rolling with slipping. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
45. JEE Advanced Exam-style Question: A torque τ acts through θ on body I from rest. Find ω.
area / slope rulesCorrect Answer: τθ=1/2Iω², so ω=sqrt(2τθ/I).
Detailed Explanation: This tests energy + torque. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
46. JEE Advanced Exam-style Question: Area under τ-θ graph gives:
area / slope rulesCorrect Answer: Rotational work.
Detailed Explanation: This tests graph dynamics. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
47. JEE Advanced Exam-style Question: Derive a for rolling body.
a = g sin theta /(1+I/MR²)Correct Answer: Use mg sinθ - f=ma and fR=Iα with a=Rα, giving a=g sinθ/(1+I/MR²).
Detailed Explanation: This tests rolling incline. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
48. JEE Advanced Exam-style Question: Why solid sphere beats ring down incline?
a = g sin theta /(1+I/MR²)Correct Answer: Smaller I/MR² means larger acceleration.
Detailed Explanation: This tests race. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
49. JEE Advanced Exam-style Question: For ring rolling, rotational KE fraction of total?
KE comparisonCorrect Answer: Half; Ktrans=Krot=1/2mv².
Detailed Explanation: This tests energy split. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
50. JEE Advanced Exam-style Question: When does static friction do zero work in pure rolling?
top 2v, centre v, bottom 0Correct Answer: On fixed surface because contact point is instantaneously at rest.
Detailed Explanation: This tests friction. Use energy, torque equation, or rolling constraint based on what is given. For pure rolling, use v=Rω and a=Rα; for slipping, do not use these constraints blindly.
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IB / IGCSE / A-Level Questions

Separate international banks with answers and explanations.

IB Questions

IB 1. Define rotational kinetic energy.
Energy due to rotation: K=1/2Iω².
IB 2. Work done by torque.
W=τθ for constant torque.
IB 3. Variable torque work.
W=∫τdθ.
IB 4. Power in rotation.
P=τω.
IB 5. Rotational dynamics relation.
τ=Iα.
IB 6. Pure rolling condition.
v=Rω.
IB 7. Acceleration condition in pure rolling.
a=Rα.
IB 8. Total rolling KE.
1/2mv²+1/2Iω².
IB 9. Ring rolling KE.
mv².
IB 10. Disc rolling KE.
3/4mv².
IB 11. Solid sphere rolling KE.
7/10mv².
IB 12. Hollow sphere rolling KE.
5/6mv².
IB 13. Rolling incline acceleration.
g sinθ/(1+I/MR²).
IB 14. Velocity after height h.
sqrt[2gh/(1+I/MR²)].
IB 15. Static friction in pure rolling.
May provide torque without doing work on fixed surface.
IB 16. Kinetic friction occurs in.
Slipping.
IB 17. Top point speed in rolling wheel.
2v relative to ground.
IB 18. Bottom point speed in pure rolling.
Zero.
IB 19. Centre point speed.
v.
IB 20. Instantaneous axis of rotation.
Contact point in pure rolling.
IB 21. Fan motor uses.
Rotational power.
IB 22. Flywheel stores.
Rotational kinetic energy.
IB 23. Pulley with I changes acceleration because.
Some torque accelerates rotation.
IB 24. Yo-yo combines.
Translation and rotation.
IB 25. Rolling race depends on.
I/MR², not mass alone.

IGCSE Questions

IGCSE 1. What is rolling motion?
Combination of translation and rotation.
IGCSE 2. Pure rolling condition.
v=Rω.
IGCSE 3. Bottom point speed in pure rolling.
Zero.
IGCSE 4. Top point speed.
Twice centre speed.
IGCSE 5. Rotational kinetic energy formula.
1/2Iω².
IGCSE 6. Total rolling energy includes.
Translational and rotational energy.
IGCSE 7. Work by torque formula.
W=τθ.
IGCSE 8. Power in rotation.
P=τω.
IGCSE 9. Torque causes angular.
Acceleration.
IGCSE 10. Formula τ=Iα means.
Torque equals moment of inertia times angular acceleration.
IGCSE 11. A ring or solid sphere rolls faster?
Solid sphere.
IGCSE 12. Why solid sphere faster than ring?
Smaller moment of inertia factor.
IGCSE 13. Friction in pure rolling is.
Static friction.
IGCSE 14. Slipping uses which friction?
Kinetic friction.
IGCSE 15. Rolling wheel centre moves with.
Translational speed.
IGCSE 16. Car tyre motion is.
Rolling motion.
IGCSE 17. Bowling ball has.
Translation plus rotation.
IGCSE 18. Flywheel stores energy by.
Rotation.
IGCSE 19. Fan motor gives rotational.
Power.
IGCSE 20. Velocity after height h depends on.
I/MR².
IGCSE 21. Heavier body always rolls faster?
No.
IGCSE 22. Moment of inertia affects rolling?
Yes.
IGCSE 23. Wheel radius links v and.
ω.
IGCSE 24. Angular acceleration links to linear.
a=Rα.
IGCSE 25. Do not use v=Rω when.
Slipping.

A-Level Questions

A-Level 1. Derive rotational work element.
dW=τdθ.
A-Level 2. Area under torque-angle graph.
Work done.
A-Level 3. Rotational power derivation.
P=dW/dt=τdθ/dt=τω.
A-Level 4. Derive rolling KE expression.
K=1/2Mv²+1/2Iω².
A-Level 5. Use pure rolling to rewrite KE.
K=1/2Mv²[1+I/(MR²)].
A-Level 6. Ring rolling energy.
mv².
A-Level 7. Disc rolling energy.
3/4Mv².
A-Level 8. Solid sphere rolling energy.
7/10Mv².
A-Level 9. Hollow sphere rolling energy.
5/6Mv².
A-Level 10. Incline acceleration derivation key.
Combine translation, rotation and a=Rα.
A-Level 11. Friction role on incline.
Provides torque for rolling.
A-Level 12. Static friction work in pure rolling fixed surface.
Zero total work at contact.
A-Level 13. Slipping condition.
v≠Rω.
A-Level 14. Instantaneous centre.
Point of contact.
A-Level 15. Pulley constraint.
a=Rα if string does not slip.
A-Level 16. Yo-yo energy.
Potential converts to translational plus rotational KE.
A-Level 17. Spool direction depends on.
Torque about contact point.
A-Level 18. Rolling race ranking.
Smaller I/MR² reaches first.
A-Level 19. Solid sphere acceleration.
5g sinθ/7.
A-Level 20. Disc acceleration.
2g sinθ/3.
A-Level 21. Ring acceleration.
g sinθ/2.
A-Level 22. Power graph connection.
P=dK/dt.
A-Level 23. Rotational KE vs omega graph.
Parabola.
A-Level 24. Torque-angle graph area units.
Joule.
A-Level 25. Friction mistake in pure rolling.
Assuming kinetic friction acts.
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Assertion Reason

30 assertion-reason questions.

1. Assertion: Rolling motion is translation plus rotation. Reason: Centre of mass translates while body rotates about COM.
Answer: Both true.
Explanation: First decide whether motion is pure rolling or slipping, then choose the correct constraint and energy equation.
2. Assertion: Pure rolling condition is v=Rω. Reason: Contact point has zero velocity relative to ground.
Answer: Both true.
Explanation: First decide whether motion is pure rolling or slipping, then choose the correct constraint and energy equation.
3. Assertion: Total rolling KE is only 1/2mv². Reason: Rolling body also rotates.
Answer: Assertion false; reason true.
Explanation: First decide whether motion is pure rolling or slipping, then choose the correct constraint and energy equation.
4. Assertion: Static friction may do zero work in pure rolling. Reason: Contact point is instantaneously at rest on fixed surface.
Answer: Both true.
Explanation: First decide whether motion is pure rolling or slipping, then choose the correct constraint and energy equation.
5. Assertion: Ring rolls slower than solid sphere down incline. Reason: Ring has larger I/MR².
Answer: Both true.
Explanation: First decide whether motion is pure rolling or slipping, then choose the correct constraint and energy equation.
6. Assertion: Power in rotation is τω. Reason: P=dW/dt and dW=τdθ.
Answer: Both true.
Explanation: First decide whether motion is pure rolling or slipping, then choose the correct constraint and energy equation.
7. Assertion: Area under τ-θ graph is work. Reason: dW=τdθ.
Answer: Both true.
Explanation: First decide whether motion is pure rolling or slipping, then choose the correct constraint and energy equation.
8. Assertion: During slipping, v=Rω must be used. Reason: Slipping means contact point has relative motion.
Answer: Assertion false; reason true.
Explanation: First decide whether motion is pure rolling or slipping, then choose the correct constraint and energy equation.
9. Assertion: τ=Iα is rotational analogue of F=ma. Reason: I plays role of rotational inertia.
Answer: Both true.
Explanation: First decide whether motion is pure rolling or slipping, then choose the correct constraint and energy equation.
10. Assertion: Heavier body always reaches first in rolling race. Reason: Acceleration depends on I/MR².
Answer: Assertion false; reason true.
Explanation: First decide whether motion is pure rolling or slipping, then choose the correct constraint and energy equation.
11. Assertion: Rolling motion is translation plus rotation. Reason: Centre of mass translates while body rotates about COM.
Answer: Both true.
Explanation: First decide whether motion is pure rolling or slipping, then choose the correct constraint and energy equation.
12. Assertion: Pure rolling condition is v=Rω. Reason: Contact point has zero velocity relative to ground.
Answer: Both true.
Explanation: First decide whether motion is pure rolling or slipping, then choose the correct constraint and energy equation.
13. Assertion: Total rolling KE is only 1/2mv². Reason: Rolling body also rotates.
Answer: Assertion false; reason true.
Explanation: First decide whether motion is pure rolling or slipping, then choose the correct constraint and energy equation.
14. Assertion: Static friction may do zero work in pure rolling. Reason: Contact point is instantaneously at rest on fixed surface.
Answer: Both true.
Explanation: First decide whether motion is pure rolling or slipping, then choose the correct constraint and energy equation.
15. Assertion: Ring rolls slower than solid sphere down incline. Reason: Ring has larger I/MR².
Answer: Both true.
Explanation: First decide whether motion is pure rolling or slipping, then choose the correct constraint and energy equation.
16. Assertion: Power in rotation is τω. Reason: P=dW/dt and dW=τdθ.
Answer: Both true.
Explanation: First decide whether motion is pure rolling or slipping, then choose the correct constraint and energy equation.
17. Assertion: Area under τ-θ graph is work. Reason: dW=τdθ.
Answer: Both true.
Explanation: First decide whether motion is pure rolling or slipping, then choose the correct constraint and energy equation.
18. Assertion: During slipping, v=Rω must be used. Reason: Slipping means contact point has relative motion.
Answer: Assertion false; reason true.
Explanation: First decide whether motion is pure rolling or slipping, then choose the correct constraint and energy equation.
19. Assertion: τ=Iα is rotational analogue of F=ma. Reason: I plays role of rotational inertia.
Answer: Both true.
Explanation: First decide whether motion is pure rolling or slipping, then choose the correct constraint and energy equation.
20. Assertion: Heavier body always reaches first in rolling race. Reason: Acceleration depends on I/MR².
Answer: Assertion false; reason true.
Explanation: First decide whether motion is pure rolling or slipping, then choose the correct constraint and energy equation.
21. Assertion: Rolling motion is translation plus rotation. Reason: Centre of mass translates while body rotates about COM.
Answer: Both true.
Explanation: First decide whether motion is pure rolling or slipping, then choose the correct constraint and energy equation.
22. Assertion: Pure rolling condition is v=Rω. Reason: Contact point has zero velocity relative to ground.
Answer: Both true.
Explanation: First decide whether motion is pure rolling or slipping, then choose the correct constraint and energy equation.
23. Assertion: Total rolling KE is only 1/2mv². Reason: Rolling body also rotates.
Answer: Assertion false; reason true.
Explanation: First decide whether motion is pure rolling or slipping, then choose the correct constraint and energy equation.
24. Assertion: Static friction may do zero work in pure rolling. Reason: Contact point is instantaneously at rest on fixed surface.
Answer: Both true.
Explanation: First decide whether motion is pure rolling or slipping, then choose the correct constraint and energy equation.
25. Assertion: Ring rolls slower than solid sphere down incline. Reason: Ring has larger I/MR².
Answer: Both true.
Explanation: First decide whether motion is pure rolling or slipping, then choose the correct constraint and energy equation.
26. Assertion: Power in rotation is τω. Reason: P=dW/dt and dW=τdθ.
Answer: Both true.
Explanation: First decide whether motion is pure rolling or slipping, then choose the correct constraint and energy equation.
27. Assertion: Area under τ-θ graph is work. Reason: dW=τdθ.
Answer: Both true.
Explanation: First decide whether motion is pure rolling or slipping, then choose the correct constraint and energy equation.
28. Assertion: During slipping, v=Rω must be used. Reason: Slipping means contact point has relative motion.
Answer: Assertion false; reason true.
Explanation: First decide whether motion is pure rolling or slipping, then choose the correct constraint and energy equation.
29. Assertion: τ=Iα is rotational analogue of F=ma. Reason: I plays role of rotational inertia.
Answer: Both true.
Explanation: First decide whether motion is pure rolling or slipping, then choose the correct constraint and energy equation.
30. Assertion: Heavier body always reaches first in rolling race. Reason: Acceleration depends on I/MR².
Answer: Assertion false; reason true.
Explanation: First decide whether motion is pure rolling or slipping, then choose the correct constraint and energy equation.
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Case Study Questions

Rolling race, tyre, flywheel, yo-yo, bowling ball and cylinder incline cases.

Case Study: Rolling race
a = g sin theta /(1+I/MR²)Passage: Ring, disc and solid sphere roll from same height. Questions: acceleration, velocity, arrival order, role of mass distribution and energy split.
Questions: Identify constraint, energy terms, friction type and formula.
Answers and Detailed Explanation: Solid sphere reaches first, then disc/cylinder, then ring. Smaller I/MR² gives larger acceleration.
Case Study: Car tyre rolling
top 2v, centre v, bottom 0Passage: A tyre rolls without slipping on road. Questions: contact velocity, friction type, top point velocity and v=Rω.
Questions: Identify constraint, energy terms, friction type and formula.
Answers and Detailed Explanation: Contact point is instantaneously at rest; top point speed is 2v.
Case Study: Flywheel
KE comparisonPassage: A flywheel stores energy while spinning. Questions: Krot, power, torque and why large I helps.
Questions: Identify constraint, energy terms, friction type and formula.
Answers and Detailed Explanation: K=1/2Iω² and P=τω; larger I stores more energy at same omega.
Case Study: Yo-yo
Passage: A yo-yo descends while unwinding. Questions: energy forms, torque, constraint and acceleration.
Questions: Identify constraint, energy terms, friction type and formula.
Answers and Detailed Explanation: Potential energy splits into translational and rotational KE.
Case Study: Bowling ball
top 2v, centre v, bottom 0Passage: A bowling ball initially slips then rolls. Questions: kinetic friction, rolling condition and energy loss.
Questions: Identify constraint, energy terms, friction type and formula.
Answers and Detailed Explanation: During slipping, kinetic friction acts; pure rolling begins when v=Rω.
Case Study: Cylinder rolling down incline
a = g sin theta /(1+I/MR²)Passage: A solid cylinder rolls down a rough incline. Questions: acceleration, friction role, energy and final speed.
Questions: Identify constraint, energy terms, friction type and formula.
Answers and Detailed Explanation: Use a=2g sinθ/3 and K=3/4Mv² for solid cylinder.
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Common Student Mistakes

Avoid these before NEET/JEE rolling questions.

Forgetting Krot

Rolling energy is not only 1/2mv².

Pure Rolling vs Slipping

Use v=Rω only for pure rolling.

Wrong Friction Direction

Direction depends on tendency of slipping.

Wrong Moment of Inertia

Ring, disc, sphere and cylinder have different I.

Heavier Wins Myth

Race depends on I/MR², not mass alone.

Bad Energy Use

When slipping friction dissipates energy, simple conservation may fail.

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