Two point objects of masses $1.5\ g$ and $2.5\ g$ respectively are at a distance of $16\ cm$ apart, the centre of gravity is at a distance $x$ from the object of mass $1.5\ g$ where $x$ is

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(a) Taking the moment of forces about centre of gravity $G$
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$(1.5)gx = 2.5g(16 - x) \Rightarrow 3x = 80 - 5x$
$\Rightarrow 8x = 80 \Rightarrow x = 10cm$

Q. Two point objects of masses $1.5\ g$ and $2.5\ g$ respectively are at a distance of $16\ cm$ apart, the centre of gravity is at a distance $x$ from the object of mass $1.5\ g$ where $x$ is

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