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The match between theory and experiment is shown below

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The match between theory and experiment is shown below. Note, the mathematics for a rolling ball is not simple, the potential energy is converted into translational kinetic energy Kt and rotational kinetic energy Kr. For a solid sphere, Kt/Kr =5/2 (see[http://cnx.org/content/m14391/latest/ Work and energy in rolling motion])

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