Question

If the distances of two masses m₁ and m₂ from centre of mass are r₁ and r₂, then value of \(\frac{r_1}{r_2}\) will be:

(a) \(\frac{m_1}{m_2}\)

(b) \(\left(\frac{m_1}{m_2}\right)^2\)

(c) \(\frac{m_2}{m_1}\)

(d) \(\left(\frac{m_2}{m_1}\right)^2\)

Answer 1

Correct option is : (c) \(\frac{m_2}{m_1}\)