Question: A hoop ( I = MR 2 ) and a solid cylinder ( I = ( 1 ) / ( 2 ) MR 2 )

A hoop (I=MR2) and a solid cylinder (I=(1)/(2) MR2) have the same mass M and the same radius R. They roll down an inclined plane (without slipping) from the same height. a) Which arrives at the bottom with the greater speed? b) Which arrives with the greater angular momentum about its axis? Explain your answers

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