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The centre of mas of a system

A

is always at its geometrical centre

B

is always somewhere inside it

C

is always outside it

D

may be inside or outside it

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The correct Answer is:
D
The C.M. of a system may be inside or outside it. [e.g. Disc and Ring]
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