Q.

The axis X and Z in the plane of a disc are mutually perpendicular and Y-axis is perpendicular to the plane of the disc. If the moment of inertia of the body about X and Y axis is respectively 80 kg m2 and 100 kg m2 then moment of inertia about Z-axis will be:

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a

180 kg m2

b

40 kg m2

c

20 kg m2

d

zero

answer is C.

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Detailed Solution

As disc is lying in the x-z plane, so applying perpendicular axis theorem. Ix+Iz=Iy

80+Iz=100  Iz=100-80=20 kg m2.

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The axis X and Z in the plane of a disc are mutually perpendicular and Y-axis is perpendicular to the plane of the disc. If the moment of inertia of the body about X and Y axis is respectively 80 kg m2 and 100 kg m2 then moment of inertia about Z-axis will be: