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Two particles of mass `m_(1)` and `m_(2)` are projected from the top of a tower. The particle `m_(1)` is projected vertically downward with speed u and `m_(2)` is projected horizontally with same speed. Find acceleration of CM of system of particles by neglecting the effect of air resistance.

A

g downward

B

`(m_(1)g)/(m_(1)+m_(2))`downward

C

`(m_(2)g)/(m_(1)+m_(2))`downward

D

Can't be predicated

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