Center of mass (two particles, 1D)
x_cm = (m₁x₁ + m₂x₂)/(m₁ + m₂).
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1D two-body formula.
Educational use only. Check signs, units, and modeling assumptions (e.g. flat Earth g, no air resistance unless stated).
x_cm = (m₁x₁ + m₂x₂)/(m₁ + m₂).
1D two-body formula.
Educational use only. Check signs, units, and modeling assumptions (e.g. flat Earth g, no air resistance unless stated).
Model / formula
x_cm = (m₁x₁ + m₂x₂) / (m₁ + m₂)
Result
x_cm = 2.4000 m