Three point masses $m$ are placed at the corners of an equilateral triangle of side length $\ell$. What is the moment of inertia of the system about an axis passing through one side of the triangle?

  • A
    $3m\ell^2$
  • B
    $m\ell^2$
  • C
    $\frac{3}{4}m\ell^2$
  • D
    $\frac{3}{2}m\ell^2$

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