alleryTwo equal masses sit at opposite ends of a light rod. Where is their centre of mass?
AAt the left end
BOutside the rod
CAt the heavier end
DAt the midpoint
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. At the midpoint
Equal masses balance at the midpoint of their separation.
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