Two Particles (M₁ = 0

question 32

Multiple Choice

Two particles (m₁ = 0.20 kg, m₂ = 0.30 kg) are positioned at the ends of a 2.0-m long rod of negligible mass. What is the moment of inertia of this rigid body about an axis perpendicular to the rod and through the center of mass?

• A) 0.48 kg⋅m²
• B) 0.50 kg⋅m²
• C) 1.2 kg⋅m²
• D) 0.80 kg⋅m²
• E) 0.70 kg⋅m²

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Definitions:

Contrast Error

A bias in performance appraisal that occurs when evaluations are influenced by comparing employees against each other instead of against objective standards.

Subjective Measures

Evaluation or assessment methods based on personal opinions, interpretations, points of view, or feelings rather than quantifiable metrics.

Rater Bias

Refers to the prejudice or partiality that evaluators (raters) might show towards or against certain individuals or groups during appraisal processes, affecting the objectivity of assessments.

Quantitative

Relating to, measuring, or measured by the quantity of something rather than its quality.