Two particles of masses $3 \ kg$ and $6 \ kg$ are approaching towards each other with accelerations $2 \ m/s^2$ and $4 \ m/s^2$ respectively,on a smooth horizontal surface. Then the acceleration of the centre of mass of the system is ..... $m/s^2$.

  • A
    $2$
  • B
    $4$
  • C
    $1$
  • D
    $6$

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