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A man of mass `m` moves on a plank of mass `M` with a constant veloicty `u` with respect to the plank, as shown in figure.
a.If the plank rest on smooth horizontal surface, determine the velocity of the plank.
b If the man travels a distasnce `L` with respect to the plank, find the distance travelled by the plank with respect to te ground.

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