What does the center of percussion refer to?

Strength of Materials MCQs for PPSC, FPSC, NTS, and Pakistan government job tests. Select an option below, then read the explanation.

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15 Jan 2019
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28 May 2026

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Explanation

Option A denotes the center of gravity. Option B indicates the metacenter. Option C correctly defines the center of percussion as the point where the resultant of all forces causing rotation about a specific axis is applied. Option D refers to the suspension point. Option E describes the pivot point about which a body can oscillate horizontally under gravity.

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