Three objects each have mass m. Each object feels a force from the other two, but not from any other object. Initially the first object is at x=−L, y=0; the second object is at x=+L, y=0; and the third object is at x=0, y=L. The momentum of the system of the particles at the initial time is zero. At a later time the first object is at x=−L/3, y=+L/4; and the second object is at x=+L/2, y=−L. At this later time, where is the third object? Find the x-position of the third object.

First, launch the video below. you will be asked to use your knowledge of physics to predict the outcome of an experiment. then, close the video window and answer the question at right. you can watch the video again at any point. part a as in the video, we apply a charge +q to the half-shell that carries the electroscope. this time, we also apply a charge –q to the other half-shell. when we bring the two halves together, we observe that the electroscope discharges, just as in the video. what does the electroscope needle do when you separate the two half-shells again? view available hint(s) as in the video, we apply a charge + to the half-shell that carries the electroscope. this time, we also apply a charge – to the other half-shell. when we bring the two halves together, we observe that the electroscope discharges, just as in the video. what does the electroscope needle do when you separate the two half-shells again? it deflects more than it did at the end of the video. it deflects the same amount as at end of the video. it does not deflect at all. it deflects less than it did at the end of the video. submit