The L-Shaped Object Shown in the Figure Consists of Three

question 63

Short Answer

The L-shaped object shown in the figure consists of three small masses connected by extremely light rods. Assume that the masses shown are accurate to three significant figures. What is the moment of inertia of this object (a)about the x-axis, and (b)about the y-axis?

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