Three Particles Are Placed in the Xy Plane

question 57

Multiple Choice

Three particles are placed in the xy plane. A 30-g particle is located at (3, 4) m, and a 40-g particle is located at (−2, −2) m. Where must a 20-g particle be placed so that the center of mass of the three-particle system is at the origin?

• A) (−3, −1) m
• B) (+1, +3) m
• C) (+3, −1) m
• D) (−1, −3) m
• E) (−0.5, −2) m

---

Definitions:

Physical Environment

The physical environment encompasses all the physical and material surroundings, including natural landscapes and built environments, that can influence behavior and well-being.

Social Environment

The surrounding of an individual that includes social relationships, culture, and institutions that influence their life and development.

W.Lloyd Warner

an American sociologist known for his studies on social class structure and societal organization.

Collectivistic Cultures

Cultures that prioritize the group over the individual, emphasizing interdependence, family values, and social harmony.