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A thick uniform wire is bent into the shape of the letter “U” as shown. Which point indicates the location of the center of mass of this wire?

A

A

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B

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C

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D

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The correct Answer is:
B
To find C.M. of system, treat the three wires as three point mass located at their C.M.
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