Two point masses and are kept apart on a straight line

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Problem

Two point masses

5\,\text{kg}

and

20\,\text{kg}

are kept

10\,\text{m}

apart on a straight line. Find the distance of the null point from the

5\,\text{kg}

mass (along the line between the two masses). (a)

6.7\,\text{m}

(b)

2.0\,\text{m}

(c)

3.3\,\text{m}

(d)

7.5\,\text{m}

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