$A$ solid sphere rolls down from rest on an inclined plane. At the same time,a rectangular block slides down from rest on the same inclined plane. Which of the following is true?

  • A
    Both will reach the bottom at the same time.
  • B
    The sphere will reach the bottom first.
  • C
    The rectangular block will reach the bottom first.
  • D
    It depends on the density of the objects.

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