Can the centre of mass of a body be at a point outside the body?

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Yes, the centre of mass can be at a point outside the body.
For example, the centre of mass of a ring lies at its centre, which is not a part of the ring.

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Can the centre of mass of a body be at a point outside the body?

Yes, the centre of mass can be at a point outside the body. For example, the centre of mass of a ring lies at its centre, which is not a part of the ring.

Yes, the centre of mass can be at a point outside the body.
For example, the centre of mass of a ring lies at its centre, which is not a part of the ring.