College Physics (7th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0-32160-183-1
ISBN 13: 978-0-32160-183-4

Chapter 8 - Rotational Motion and Equilibrium - Learning Path Questions and Exercises - Multiple Choice Questions - Page 301: 16

Answer

(c) both rotational and translational kinetic energy

Work Step by Step

A rolling cylinder on a level surface has both transational and rotational kinetic energy, because it has both rotational motion and translational motion. It is rotating around its axis, and moving along the surface together. Hence (c) is the answer.
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