AP Physics C: Mechanics
5.6 Newton’s Second Law in Rotational Form
5.4 Rotational Inertia
5.3 Torque

| Disk | Axle Location | Force Magnitude | Point of Application and Direction |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Center | \(F_0\) | Tangent to outer edge at radius \(R\) |
| 2 | Rim | \(2F_0\) | Perpendicular to the diameter through the axle, at the opposite rim |
| 3 | Rim | \(F_0\) | Perpendicular to the diameter through the axle, at the opposite rim |
| 4 | Center | \(F_0\) | Tangent to an inner track at radius \(\dfrac{R}{2}\) |
Which of the following correctly ranks the magnitudes of the initial angular accelerations \(\alpha_1\), \(\alpha_2\), \(\alpha_3\), and \(\alpha_4\) of the disks?
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