Center of Mass
 

Center of Mass problem 1


An irregularly shaped metal plate is freely suspended from a point P and is in equilibrium, as shown. Point Q is vertically below P.




Which statement about the position of the centre of gravity of the metal plate is correct?


  • It is at P.

  • It is at Q.

  • It is halfway between P and Q.

  • Further investigation is needed to determine its position.


 

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