A ladder is leaned against a smooth wall and is allowed to slip on a frictionless floor. Which figure represents trace of its center of mass?
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Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
A
Due to net force in downward direction and towards left, center of mass will move downward
and will shift left horizontally.
Hence, the correct trace of center of mass is shown in option .
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