Three Smiley Faces Are Situated Along the X Axis as Follows

question 20

Multiple Choice

Three smiley faces are situated along the x axis as follows: m₁ = 5 kg at 3.0 m, m₂ = 3 kg at 6.0 m and m₃ = 2 kg at 8.0 m. Where is the center of mass situated?

• A) 3.9 m
• B) 4.9 m
• C) 5.5 m
• D) 4.1 m
• E) 5.1 m

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