$A$ solid cylinder of mass $M$ and radius $R$ is placed in a horizontal position. Two strings are wrapped around the cylinder. Find the tension in the strings and the acceleration of the cylinder as the strings unwind.

  • A
    $Mg, 4g$
  • B
    $\frac{Mg}{2}, \frac{4}{3}g$
  • C
    $\frac{Mg}{6}, \frac{2}{3}g$
  • D
    $\frac{Mg}{3}, \frac{1}{3}g$

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