Can somone explain this review solution (moments/inertia)?

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The discussion revolves around the calculation of moments of inertia in a homework problem. There is confusion regarding the justification for multiplying 1/3 by the first term in the equation for Ix, with a suggestion that it relates to the center of inertia of a rod. Participants clarify that the problem involves three sides of length 0.2m, with two sides rotating about one endpoint, which accounts for the factor of 1/3. The middle bar, being parallel to the axis, uses the standard formula mr². Overall, the focus is on understanding the application of these principles in the context of the problem.
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This would be the part I think I'm missing

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In the fourth line, Ix, where is the justification for multiplying 1/3 by the first term? I believe they are using the center of inertia of a rod, which is mr2 and the first term doesn't make much sense. Could someone explain to me the justification of that line?
 
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whitejac said:
In the fourth line, Ix, where is the justification for multiplying 1/3 by the first term?
There seems to be some confusion over the axes. They must mean Iy.
The part that matters is just the three sides of length 0.2m. Two of them are rotating about one endpoint, hence the 1/3 and the factor 2 at the front. The middle bar is parallel to the axis, so just mr2 for that piece.
 
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