Two Masses, M₁ = 2

Multiple Choice

Two masses, M₁ = 2.0 kg and M₂ = 4.0 kg, are joined by a rigid rod of negligible mass and length 6.0 m. The moment of inertia of the system about an axis perpendicular to the rod and passing through the center of mass is

A) 12 kg·m².
B) 24 kg·m².
C) 36 kg·m².
D) 48 kg·m².