The homogeneous torus and cylindrical ring are released from rest and roll without slipping down the incline. Determine an expression for the velocity difference v_diff which develops between the two objects during the ensuing motion as a function of the distance x they have traveled down the incline. Assume that the masses roll straight down the incline and evaluate your expression for the case where a = 0.2R. Which object is in the lead, and does the relative size of a ever alter the finishing order?

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