$A$ solid sphere of radius $R$ has mass $M$. The moment of inertia of the solid sphere about an axis at a distance $\frac{R}{2}$ from the centre is:

  • A
    $\frac{9}{20} MR^2$
  • B
    $\frac{7}{5} MR^2$
  • C
    $\frac{9}{5} MR^2$
  • D
    $\frac{13}{20} MR^2$

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