Finding the balance point of a rod with two hanging masses

Finding the balance point of a rod with two hanging masses

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Finding the balance point of a rod with two hanging masses

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Rotational equilibrium of masses balanced on a single pivot point

A uniform 1.10 kg rod is balanced on a pivot and two masses of 2.50 kg and 1.25 kg are hung as shown. At what distance away from the pivot should the 1.25 kg mass be hung so that the two masses balance?

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