Calculating Angular Velocity of a Rolling Sphere on an Inclined Plane

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To calculate the angular velocity of a solid sphere rolling down an inclined plane, the translational velocity must first be determined. The correct formula for translational velocity is v = d/t, where d is the distance traveled and t is the time taken. The initial calculations yielding 61 rad/s are considered too high by peers, who suggest results should be under 1 rad/s. It's essential to ensure accurate measurements of distance and time to achieve a correct angular velocity. Clarifying these values will lead to a more precise calculation.
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so i need to find the angular velocity of a solid sphere rolling down an inclined plane. I know the mass, radius, and distance the sphere travels.

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I know how to get angular velocity, but i need the translational velocity first (m/s). Do i use d=v/t or d=1/2(Vi-Vf)(t) which should go down to v=2d/t. I am getting like 61rad/s and after talking to some other people, they said that was too big. They are getting theirs to be under 1...which doesn't make sense to me
 
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and i know the time it takes. And i meant to say v=d/t above
 
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