Total angular momentum of a sphere that had both a linear v and an angular v?

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To find the total angular momentum of a soccer ball with both linear and angular velocities, one must consider both contributions separately. The linear momentum can be calculated using L = rmvsinθ, while the angular momentum is given by L = Iω. Since angular momentum is a vector, the two components must be vector added, taking into account their directions as determined by the right-hand rule. The moment of inertia for the soccer ball is 2/3mr^2, which is essential for calculating the angular momentum. Understanding the interplay between translational and rotational motion is crucial for an accurate total angular momentum calculation.
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Homework Statement


Find net angular momentum for a soccer ball (moment of inertia=2/3mr^2) that's going 3.6 m/s to the right and 28.5 radians per second clockwise at the same time.
R=0.142 m
m=0.678 kg

Homework Equations


L=(perpendicular component of r)mv
L=Iw

The Attempt at a Solution


L=rmvsinθ, but L also equals I*angular velocity, a rotational analog... What if both a rotational and translational velocity exist? do I add them based on these 2 equations, or what? What about the right-hand rule?
 
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Remember that angular momentum is a vector. You need to vector add the two contributions from the rotational and translational motion of the ball. To do this, you need to know the direction of these contributions, which you determine using the various right-hand rules.
 
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