Two uniform thin identical rods $AB$ and $CD$ each of mass $M$ and length $L$ are joined so as to form a cross as shown. The moment of inertia of the cross about a bisector line $EF$ is (Line $EF$ is in the plane of the cross and bisects the angle between the rods).

  • A
    $\frac{ML^2}{6}$
  • B
    $\frac{ML^2}{4}$
  • C
    $\frac{ML^2}{12}$
  • D
    $\frac{ML^2}{3}$

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