A spool is pulled horizontally by two equal and opposite forces as shown in the figure. Which of the following statements is correct?
A
The centre of mass moves towards left
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B
The centre of mass moves towards right
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C
The centre of mass remains stationary
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D
The net torque about the centre of mass of the spool is zero.
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Solution
The correct option is B The centre of mass moves towards right About bottommost point net torque is clockwise. Hence, centre of mass moves with acceleration a = Rα towards right.