Kinetic Energy and Moment of Inertia

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The discussion revolves around calculating the total kinetic energy of a hoop rolling without slipping. The linear kinetic energy is calculated as K = 1/2 m v^2, resulting in 42.5 J. The rotational kinetic energy is derived from Kr = 1/2 I ω^2, yielding 361.25 J. The total kinetic energy is then computed as 403.75 J, but the solution does not match the provided answer choices. The user seeks clarification on their calculations and the total kinetic energy formula.
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Homework Statement


A hoop with mass m= 10 kg, radius r=0.6 m, and moment of inertia I=mr^2 is rolling without slipping with a linear velocity of 8.5 m/s. What is the total kinetic energy (in J).


Homework Equations


K=1/2 m v^2
Kr=1/2 I ω^2


The Attempt at a Solution


The kinetic energy of the object is
K = 1/2 m v^2
K = 1/2 (10) (8.5) = 42.5 J

The rotational kinetic energy
Kr = 1/2 (10 * 0.6^2) (8.5/0.6)^2 = 361.25 J

Total kinetic energy
42.5 + 361.25 = 403.75 J

I am not sure about my solution since the answer I end up with is not included in the choices of the question.
 
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RuthlessTB said:
K = 1/2 m v^2
K = 1/2 (10) (8.5) = 42.5 J

Also, Kt = K + Kr = 1/2*m*v2 + 1/2*m*r2*(v/r)2 = ?
 
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