Three Identical Balls, with Masses of M, 2M, and 3M

question 35

Multiple Choice

Three identical balls, with masses of M, 2M, and 3M are fastened to a massless rod of length L as shown. The rotational inertia about the left end of the rod is:

• A) ML²/2
• B) ML²
• C) 3ML²/2
• D) 6ML²
• E) 3ML^2/4

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Definitions:

Osteocytes

Mature bone cells that maintain bone tissue and are embedded in the bone matrix.

Lacunae

Small cavities within bone or cartilage tissue that house cells.

Compact Bone

The dense, hard outer layer of bone that gives it strength and structure.

Inner Layer

Refers to the innermost layer or lining of an organ or structure, such as the mucosa in the stomach or intestines.