Rotational Motion Question 164

Question: A solid sphere of radius R is placed on a smooth horizontal surface. A horizontal force F is applied at height h from the lowest point. For the maximum acceleration of the centre of mass,

Options:

A) $h=R$

B) $h=2R$

C) $h=0$

D) The acceleration will be same whatever h maybe

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Answer:

Correct Answer: D

Solution:

[d] As friction is absent at the point of contact,

Force Acceleration $=\frac{Force}{Mass}$

It is independent of h.



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