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Center of Mass, Momentum and Collision: COM — Uniform Rod MCQ

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COM — Uniform RodMediumQuestion 30514

Question

The centre of mass of a uniform rod (mass M, length L) is located at:
  1. A
    One end
  2. B
    L/4 from centre
  3. C
    Geometric centre (L/2 from each end)
    Correct
  4. D
    1/3 from one end

Correct answer

Geometric centre (L/2 from each end)

Explanation

For a uniform (constant density) body, the centre of mass coincides with the geometric centre.

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