Mathematics 9709 · AS & A Level · Representation of data

Representation of data — practice question

A uniform solid is made by attaching a hemisphere of centre $O$ and radius $0.6\text{ m}$ to a cylinder with radius $0.6\text{ m}$ and height $0.6\text{ m}$. The flat face of the hemisphere is in line with one flat face of the cylinder.
(i)[4]

Calculate the distance of the solid's centre of mass from $O$. [For a hemisphere of radius $r$, the volume is $\frac{2}{3}\pi r^3$.]

(ii)[4]

A cylindrical hole, of length $0.48\text{ m}$, beginning at the plane face of the solid, is cut along the axis of symmetry (see diagram). The centre of mass of the solid that remains is at $O$. Show that the cross-sectional area of the hole is $\frac{3}{16}\pi\text{ m}^2$.

(iii)[1]

The cylindrical hole can be made longer so that the solid still has its centre of mass at $O$. State the increase in the hole’s length.

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