Two bodies A and B have masses M and m, respectively where M > m and they are at a distance apart. Equal force is applied to each of them so that they approach each other. The position where they hit each other is

Nearer to B

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Nearer to A

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at equal distance from A and B

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The correct option is B
Nearer to A

Here forces are applied in opposite directions. So net external force is zero. Their centre of mass will remain at rest and finally they will meet at centre of mass. And centre of mass lies closer to M.

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Two bodies A and B have masses M and m, respectively where M > m and they are at a distance apart. Equal force is applied to each of them so that they approach each other. The position where they hit each other is

The correct option is B Nearer to A Here forces are applied in opposite directions. So net external force is zero. Their centre of mass will remain at rest and finally they will meet at centre of mass. And centre of mass lies closer to M.

The correct option is B
Nearer to A

Here forces are applied in opposite directions. So net external force is zero. Their centre of mass will remain at rest and finally they will meet at centre of mass. And centre of mass lies closer to M.