Rotational Dynamics About a Moving Axis: a Thin Cylindrical Shell

Multiple Choice

Rotational dynamics about a moving axis: A thin cylindrical shell is released from rest and rolls without slipping down an inclined ramp that makes an angle of 30° with the horizontal. How long does it take it to travel the first 3.1 m?

A) 1.4 s
B) 1.1 s
C) 2.1 s
D) 1.6 s
E) 1.8 s