Three Small Masses Are Positioned at the Following Coordinates: 3

question 135

Short Answer

Three small masses are positioned at the following coordinates: 3.0 kg at (3.0 m, 2.0 m); 4.0
kg at (0.0 m, -1.0 m); and 5.0 kg at (5.0 m, -7.0 m). What are the coordinates of the center
of mass (or center of gravity) of this system?

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