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Two identical particles move towards each other with velocity 2v and v respectively. The velocity of centre of mass is

A

v

B

`v//3`

C

`v//2`

D

zero

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C
`v_(cm) = (m(2v) + m(-v))/(m + m) = (v)/(2)`
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