Answer to Question #157282 in Mechanical Engineering for Tinotenda

Question

Discuss which has a small moment of inertia relative to its center of mass between a metal disc and a metal ring. Support your answer with a relevant example.

Answer 1

$$I_R=MR^2\\I_D=0.5MR^2\\$$

A metal ring has a small moment of inertia relative to its center of mass.