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Topic 6.5 · 42 MCQs

Rolling Practice

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Question 1

The wheel in the representation is rotating while its contact point slides relative to the road. Which statement is correct?

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Av_cm=Rω must still hold exactlyBStatic friction must be zeroCThe object can roll while slipping, so v_cm=Rω is not a valid constraint until no-slip rolling is establishedDIts rotational kinetic energy must be zero

Question 2

A rolling rigid body has M=2 kg, v_cm=3 m/s, I=0.50 kg·m², and ω=6 rad/s. What is its total kinetic energy?

A9 JB18 JC27 JD36 J

Question 3

A tire translates and rotates, but the contact point slides on the road. Which relation may not be used as a constraint?

AK=½Mv²+½Iω²Bv_cm=RωCF_net=Ma_cmDτ_net=Iα

Question 4

A wheel of radius 0.5 m rotating at 4 rad/s rolls at 2 m/s. Which Topic 6.5 concept most directly explains this physical situation?

ACombined kinetic energyBStatic friction roleCKinematic constraintDRolling while slipping

Question 5

Which statement best defines Kinematic constraint in Topic 6.5?

ACenter-of-mass speed and angular speed satisfy v_cm=Rω.BRolling object has translational and rotational kinetic energy.CStatic friction can supply torque without necessarily dissipating mechanical energy.DAn object can translate and rotate while the contact point slips relative to the surface; then the no-slip constraint v_cm=Rω does not apply.

Question 6

A second situation is observed: Larger radius requires lower ω for the same rolling speed. Which concept is being applied?

ARolling while slippingBKinematic constraintCCombined kinetic energyDStatic friction role

Question 7

A bowling ball has both ½Mv² and ½Iω². Which Topic 6.5 concept most directly explains this physical situation?

AStatic friction roleBRolling while slippingCCombined kinetic energyDRolling without slipping

Question 8

Which statement best defines Combined kinetic energy in Topic 6.5?

ARolling object has translational and rotational kinetic energy.BStatic friction can supply torque without necessarily dissipating mechanical energy.CAn object can translate and rotate while the contact point slips relative to the surface; then the no-slip constraint v_cm=Rω does not apply.DThe point of contact is instantaneously at rest relative to the surface for ideal no-slip rolling.

Question 9

A second situation is observed: A hoop and disk at same v can have different total K because I differs. Which concept is being applied?

ARolling without slippingBCombined kinetic energyCStatic friction roleDRolling while slipping

Question 10

A cylinder rolling down an incline may need static friction to set its angular acceleration. Which Topic 6.5 concept most directly explains this physical situation?

ARolling while slippingBRolling without slippingCStatic friction roleDKinematic constraint

Question 11

Which statement best defines Static friction role in Topic 6.5?

AStatic friction can supply torque without necessarily dissipating mechanical energy.BAn object can translate and rotate while the contact point slips relative to the surface; then the no-slip constraint v_cm=Rω does not apply.CThe point of contact is instantaneously at rest relative to the surface for ideal no-slip rolling.DCenter-of-mass speed and angular speed satisfy v_cm=Rω.

Question 12

A second situation is observed: A driven car tire pushes backward on road while road friction pushes tire forward. Which concept is being applied?

AKinematic constraintBStatic friction roleCRolling while slippingDRolling without slipping

Question 13

A bowling ball initially skids and spins before kinetic friction brings it toward rolling without slipping. Which Topic 6.5 concept most directly explains this physical situation?

ARolling without slippingBKinematic constraintCRolling while slippingDCombined kinetic energy

Question 14

Which statement best defines Rolling while slipping in Topic 6.5?

AAn object can translate and rotate while the contact point slips relative to the surface; then the no-slip constraint v_cm=Rω does not apply.BThe point of contact is instantaneously at rest relative to the surface for ideal no-slip rolling.CCenter-of-mass speed and angular speed satisfy v_cm=Rω.DRolling object has translational and rotational kinetic energy.

Question 15

A second situation is observed: A tire that locks during hard braking rotates too slowly for v_cm=Rω and slides across the road. Which concept is being applied?

ACombined kinetic energyBRolling while slippingCRolling without slippingDKinematic constraint

Question 16

Which relationship best represents this Topic 6.5 idea: Rolling without slipping?

Aa_cm = RαBv_cm = RωCK = ½Mv_cm² + ½Iω²DNo quantitative relationship applies

Question 17

In Topic 6.5, which variable-and-unit description belongs with v_cm = Rω?

AFor K = ½Mv_cm² + ½Iω²: K: J; M: kg; v_cm: m/s; I: kg·m²; ω: rad/sBFor a_cm = Rα: a: m/s²; R: m; α: rad/s²CFor v_cm = Rω: v: m/s; R: m; ω: rad/sDAll quantities are unitless

Question 18

For Topic 6.5, consider this real application: R=.25 m, ω=8 gives v=2 m/s. Which relationship supports that result?

Av_cm = RωBK = ½Mv_cm² + ½Iω²Ca_cm = RαDOnly a verbal rule with no relationship

Question 19

Which relationship best represents this Topic 6.5 idea: No-slip rolling angular acceleration relation?

AK = ½Mv_cm² + ½Iω²Ba_cm = RαCv_cm = RωDNo quantitative relationship applies

Question 20

In Topic 6.5, which variable-and-unit description belongs with a_cm = Rα?

AFor v_cm = Rω: v: m/s; R: m; ω: rad/sBFor K = ½Mv_cm² + ½Iω²: K: J; M: kg; v_cm: m/s; I: kg·m²; ω: rad/sCFor a_cm = Rα: a: m/s²; R: m; α: rad/s²DAll quantities are unitless

Question 21

For Topic 6.5, consider this real application: R=.5, α=4 gives a=2 m/s². Which relationship supports that result?

Aa_cm = RαBv_cm = RωCK = ½Mv_cm² + ½Iω²DOnly a verbal rule with no relationship

Question 22

Which relationship best represents this Topic 6.5 idea: Total kinetic energy of a rigid body that both translates and rotates?

Av_cm = RωBK = ½Mv_cm² + ½Iω²Ca_cm = RαDNo quantitative relationship applies

Question 23

In Topic 6.5, which variable-and-unit description belongs with K = ½Mv_cm² + ½Iω²?

AFor a_cm = Rα: a: m/s²; R: m; α: rad/s²BFor v_cm = Rω: v: m/s; R: m; ω: rad/sCFor K = ½Mv_cm² + ½Iω²: K: J; M: kg; v_cm: m/s; I: kg·m²; ω: rad/sDAll quantities are unitless

Question 24

For Topic 6.5, consider this real application: Use with energy conservation for a rigid body rolling down a ramp. Which relationship supports that result?

AK = ½Mv_cm² + ½Iω²Ba_cm = RαCv_cm = RωDOnly a verbal rule with no relationship

Question 25

In Topic 6.5, analyze this situation: Ball rolls along lane without slipping. Which conclusion is most consistent with the physics?

AGravitational potential energy becomes translational + rotational kinetic energy.BStatic friction at contact can point forward on the driven tire and provide translational force/torque relationship.CIts center translates while it rotates; both kinetic-energy terms matter.DThere is not enough information to use any Topic 6.5 idea

Question 26

Which Topic 6.5 worked example best illustrates this reasoning: “Its center translates while it rotates; both kinetic-energy terms matter”?

ACar tireBBowling ballCDisk down rampDNone of the listed physical situations

Question 27

A student is deciding how to begin the “Bowling ball” situation. What is the best first move?

ASubstitute numbers before identifying the modelBIdentify the relevant Topic 6.5 concept/relationship and its assumptionsCIgnore units and directionsDUse every formula in the unit

Question 28

In Topic 6.5, analyze this situation: Solid disk rolls from rest down incline. Which conclusion is most consistent with the physics?

AStatic friction at contact can point forward on the driven tire and provide translational force/torque relationship.BIts center translates while it rotates; both kinetic-energy terms matter.CGravitational potential energy becomes translational + rotational kinetic energy.DThere is not enough information to use any Topic 6.5 idea

Question 29

Which Topic 6.5 worked example best illustrates this reasoning: “Gravitational potential energy becomes translational + rotational kinetic energy”?

ABowling ballBDisk down rampCCar tireDNone of the listed physical situations

Question 30

A student is deciding how to begin the “Disk down ramp” situation. What is the best first move?

ASubstitute numbers before identifying the modelBIdentify the relevant Topic 6.5 concept/relationship and its assumptionsCIgnore units and directionsDUse every formula in the unit

Question 31

In Topic 6.5, analyze this situation: Driven tire accelerates vehicle. Which conclusion is most consistent with the physics?

AIts center translates while it rotates; both kinetic-energy terms matter.BGravitational potential energy becomes translational + rotational kinetic energy.CStatic friction at contact can point forward on the driven tire and provide translational force/torque relationship.DThere is not enough information to use any Topic 6.5 idea

Question 32

Which Topic 6.5 worked example best illustrates this reasoning: “Static friction at contact can point forward on the driven tire and provide translational force/torque relationship”?

ADisk down rampBCar tireCBowling ballDNone of the listed physical situations

Question 33

A student is deciding how to begin the “Car tire” situation. What is the best first move?

ASubstitute numbers before identifying the modelBIdentify the relevant Topic 6.5 concept/relationship and its assumptionsCIgnore units and directionsDUse every formula in the unit

Question 34

In Topic 6.5, a student claims: “Rolling automatically means no slipping.” Which correction is best?

AThe claim is always correctBAn object can roll while also slipping; no-slip must be stated/justified.CThe claim becomes correct if all numbers are positiveDThe claim cannot be checked experimentally

Question 35

Which statement should replace this misconception in a Topic 6.5 solution: “Rolling automatically means no slipping.”?

AAn object can roll while also slipping; no-slip must be stated/justified.BKeep the misconception because it is a definitionCIgnore the physical model and compare only unitsDThe opposite of the misconception is always numerically zero

Question 36

In Topic 6.5, a student claims: “Static friction always removes mechanical energy.” Which correction is best?

AThe claim is always correctBStatic friction in ideal rolling can do no dissipative work at the instantaneous contact.CThe claim becomes correct if all numbers are positiveDThe claim cannot be checked experimentally

Question 37

Which statement should replace this misconception in a Topic 6.5 solution: “Static friction always removes mechanical energy.”?

AStatic friction in ideal rolling can do no dissipative work at the instantaneous contact.BKeep the misconception because it is a definitionCIgnore the physical model and compare only unitsDThe opposite of the misconception is always numerically zero

Question 38

In Topic 6.5, a student claims: “All shapes roll down a ramp with the same acceleration.” Which correction is best?

AThe claim is always correctBAcceleration depends on rotational inertia distribution.CThe claim becomes correct if all numbers are positiveDThe claim cannot be checked experimentally

Question 39

Which statement should replace this misconception in a Topic 6.5 solution: “All shapes roll down a ramp with the same acceleration.”?

AAcceleration depends on rotational inertia distribution.BKeep the misconception because it is a definitionCIgnore the physical model and compare only unitsDThe opposite of the misconception is always numerically zero

Question 40

What should a student identify before calculating in Topic 6.5?

AOnly the final numerical answerBDistinguish rolling without slipping from rolling while slipping, use v_cm=Rω and a_cm=Rα only for the no-slip case, combine translational and rotational energy, and reason about friction and rolling dynamics.COnly whether the quantity is positiveDEvery equation on the reference sheet

Question 41

Which statement best describes the AP Physics 1 scope for Topic 6.5?

AThe topic has no defined scopeBAP Physics 1 requires quantitative rolling-without-slipping relationships and qualitative reasoning about rolling while slipping. During slipping, kinetic friction dissipates mechanical energy; quantitative slipping relations between translation and rotation are beyond scope, and rolling resistance is not required.CCalculus is required for every questionDOnly memorized numerical values are assessed

Question 42

Which study sequence best matches this Topic 6.5 lesson?

AFormula first → ignore meaning → memorize answerBDefinition → physical model → real examples → equation conditions → reasoning/practiceCPractice only → skip definitions and examplesDSearch a different page for every unfamiliar term before continuing

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Rolling Practice

The wheel in the representation is rotating while its contact point slides relative to the road. Which statement is correct?

A rolling rigid body has M=2 kg, v_cm=3 m/s, I=0.50 kg·m², and ω=6 rad/s. What is its total kinetic energy?

A tire translates and rotates, but the contact point slides on the road. Which relation may not be used as a constraint?

A wheel of radius 0.5 m rotating at 4 rad/s rolls at 2 m/s. Which Topic 6.5 concept most directly explains this physical situation?

Which statement best defines Kinematic constraint in Topic 6.5?

A second situation is observed: Larger radius requires lower ω for the same rolling speed. Which concept is being applied?

A bowling ball has both ½Mv² and ½Iω². Which Topic 6.5 concept most directly explains this physical situation?

Which statement best defines Combined kinetic energy in Topic 6.5?

A second situation is observed: A hoop and disk at same v can have different total K because I differs. Which concept is being applied?

A cylinder rolling down an incline may need static friction to set its angular acceleration. Which Topic 6.5 concept most directly explains this physical situation?

Which statement best defines Static friction role in Topic 6.5?

A second situation is observed: A driven car tire pushes backward on road while road friction pushes tire forward. Which concept is being applied?

A bowling ball initially skids and spins before kinetic friction brings it toward rolling without slipping. Which Topic 6.5 concept most directly explains this physical situation?

Which statement best defines Rolling while slipping in Topic 6.5?

A second situation is observed: A tire that locks during hard braking rotates too slowly for v_cm=Rω and slides across the road. Which concept is being applied?

Which relationship best represents this Topic 6.5 idea: Rolling without slipping?

In Topic 6.5, which variable-and-unit description belongs with v_cm = Rω?

For Topic 6.5, consider this real application: R=.25 m, ω=8 gives v=2 m/s. Which relationship supports that result?

Which relationship best represents this Topic 6.5 idea: No-slip rolling angular acceleration relation?

In Topic 6.5, which variable-and-unit description belongs with a_cm = Rα?

For Topic 6.5, consider this real application: R=.5, α=4 gives a=2 m/s². Which relationship supports that result?

Which relationship best represents this Topic 6.5 idea: Total kinetic energy of a rigid body that both translates and rotates?

In Topic 6.5, which variable-and-unit description belongs with K = ½Mv_cm² + ½Iω²?

For Topic 6.5, consider this real application: Use with energy conservation for a rigid body rolling down a ramp. Which relationship supports that result?

In Topic 6.5, analyze this situation: Ball rolls along lane without slipping. Which conclusion is most consistent with the physics?

Which Topic 6.5 worked example best illustrates this reasoning: “Its center translates while it rotates; both kinetic-energy terms matter”?

A student is deciding how to begin the “Bowling ball” situation. What is the best first move?

In Topic 6.5, analyze this situation: Solid disk rolls from rest down incline. Which conclusion is most consistent with the physics?

Which Topic 6.5 worked example best illustrates this reasoning: “Gravitational potential energy becomes translational + rotational kinetic energy”?

A student is deciding how to begin the “Disk down ramp” situation. What is the best first move?

In Topic 6.5, analyze this situation: Driven tire accelerates vehicle. Which conclusion is most consistent with the physics?

Which Topic 6.5 worked example best illustrates this reasoning: “Static friction at contact can point forward on the driven tire and provide translational force/torque relationship”?

A student is deciding how to begin the “Car tire” situation. What is the best first move?

In Topic 6.5, a student claims: “Rolling automatically means no slipping.” Which correction is best?

Which statement should replace this misconception in a Topic 6.5 solution: “Rolling automatically means no slipping.”?

In Topic 6.5, a student claims: “Static friction always removes mechanical energy.” Which correction is best?

Which statement should replace this misconception in a Topic 6.5 solution: “Static friction always removes mechanical energy.”?

In Topic 6.5, a student claims: “All shapes roll down a ramp with the same acceleration.” Which correction is best?

Which statement should replace this misconception in a Topic 6.5 solution: “All shapes roll down a ramp with the same acceleration.”?

What should a student identify before calculating in Topic 6.5?

Which statement best describes the AP Physics 1 scope for Topic 6.5?

Which study sequence best matches this Topic 6.5 lesson?

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