wiz-icon
MyQuestionIcon
MyQuestionIcon
1
You visited us 1 times! Enjoying our articles? Unlock Full Access!
Question

Two uniform rods of equal length but different masses are rigidly joined to form an L shaped body, which is then smoothly pivoted about O as shown. If the body is in equilibrium in the shown configuration, ratio M:m will be :

72819_a6b63128228e481da41012c4b49c4374.png

A
2
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
B
3
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
C
2
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
D
3
Right on! Give the BNAT exam to get a 100% scholarship for BYJUS courses
Open in App
Solution

The correct option is D 3
Torque due to both the rods about pivot point O will be equal and opposite.
τmg=τMg
mg×l2sin600=Mg×l2sin300
mg×l2×32=Mg×l2×12
Mm=3

flag
Suggest Corrections
thumbs-up
0
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
similar_icon
Related Videos
thumbnail
lock
Hooke's Law
PHYSICS
Watch in App
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
CrossIcon