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A bowling ball is thrown onto a lane with a backspin $\omega_0$ and forward velocity $v_0$. The mass of the ball is $m$,
Its radius is $r$, Its radius of gyration is $k_G$, and the coefficient of kinetic friction between the ball and the lane
is $\mu_k$. Assume the mass center G is at the geometric center. Consider a 14 lb ball with $r = 4.25$ in., $k_G = 2.6$
in., $\omega_0 = 10$ rad/s, and $v_0 = 18$ mph. Use $\mu_k = 0.10$.
NOTE: This is a multi-part question. Once an answer is submitted, you will be unable to return to this part.
Determine the time it takes for the ball to start rolling without slip and its speed when it does so. In addition, determine the
distance it travels before it starts rolling without slip. (Round the final answers to four decimal places.)
The time it takes for the ball to start rolling without slip is ____ s.
The speed of ball when it starts rolling without slip is ____ ft/s.
The distance the ball travels before it starts rolling without slip is ____ ft.
