JAMB Physics 1995 Question 5

Question 5

Motion

When a ball rolls on a smooth level ground, the motion of its centre is

A.translational
B.oscillatory
C.random
D.rotational

Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (translational)

Explanation

A rolling ball spins about its centre, but the centre itself just moves forward in a straight line. Straight-line movement of a point is translational motion.