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Physics System of Particles Rotational Motion Centre of Mass MCQ (Single Correct)

Choose the correct statement about the centre of mass (CM) of a system of two particles

A
The CM lies on the line joining the two particles midway between them
B
The CM lies on the line joining them at a point whose distance form each particle is inversely proportional to the mass of that particle
C
The CM lies on the line joining them at a point whose distance from each particle is proportional to the square of the mass of that particle
D
The CM is on the line joining them at a point whose distance from each particle is proportional to the mass of that particle

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