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Chapter9: Dynamics Of A System Of Particles
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For the system of particles described in the Part B, find the xcoordinate xcmcm of the center of mass. Assume that the particle of mass M is at the origin and the positive x axis is directed to the right.

To learn the definition of the center of mass for systems
of particles and for extended objects and be able to
locate it
Figure
M
L
2M
4
L
5
1 of 2 >
3M
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Transcribed Image Text:To learn the definition of the center of mass for systems of particles and for extended objects and be able to locate it Figure M L 2M 4 L 5 1 of 2 > 3M 4 Copyright © 2023 Pearson Ec O Search
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