2. Force and Translational Dynamics

Systems And Center Of Mass — Quiz

Test your understanding of systems and center of mass with 5 practice questions.

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Practice Questions

Question 1

In mechanics, what best describes a system?

Question 2

What is the center of mass of a system?

Question 3

Two masses, $m_1$ and $m_2$, are placed on a line at positions $x_1$ and $x_2$. Which expression gives the center of mass position $x_{cm}$?

Question 4

If two objects have equal mass and are located at $x = -2\,\text{m}$ and $x = 6\,\text{m}$, where is the center of mass?

Question 5

Which statement about internal forces in a system is correct when finding the motion of the center of mass?