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An `L` shaped uniform rod of mass `2M` and length `2L (AB = BC = L)` is held as shown in Fig. with a string fixed between `C` and wall so that `AB` is vertical and `BC` is horizontal. There is no friction between the hinge and the rod at `A`.

Find the tension in the string

A

`(Mg)/3`

B

`(Mg)/4`

C

`Mg`

D

`(Mg)/2`

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The correct Answer is:
D
Taking torque about `A:Mg L/2=TL`
`implies=(Mg)/2`
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