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A chain of mass and length is held on a frictionless table with a fraction of its length hanging over the edge. If the chain is released, what is the velocity of the chain as it completely leaves the table?

  1. A.
  2. B.
  3. C.
  4. D.
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Correct answer: A

Solution

Using conservation of energy, the change in potential energy of the center of mass of the chain equals the final kinetic energy, .

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