A Non-Uniform Rod of Length L and Mass M Is

question 23

Multiple Choice

A non-uniform rod of length L and mass M is pivoted about one end.The moment of inertia of this rod about its pivoted end is 3
) Attached to the rod is a mass M at its midpoint and at the end opposite the pivot is another mass 3M.What is the moment of inertia of this configuration about the pivot?

• A) 4
• B) 3
• C) 5
• D) 6
• E) ​None of the above answers is correct.

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