Determine the translational and rotational motion

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The problem involves a thin rod struck by a clay ball, requiring the determination of both translational and rotational motion after the collision. The initial calculations for angular momentum and moment of inertia are discussed, with a focus on the correct application of the center of mass for the combined system. The user identifies a potential error in their moment of inertia calculation for the clay ball, suspecting it relates to the conservation of angular momentum. The discrepancy between their solution and the textbook answer suggests a misunderstanding of how to account for the new center of mass after the collision. Correctly applying the principles of rotational dynamics and recalculating the moment of inertia with respect to the new center of mass is essential for arriving at the accurate solution.
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Homework Statement



A thin rod of mass M and length L rests on a frictionless table and is struck L/4 from its CM by a clay ball of mass m moving at speed v. The ball sticks to the rod. Determine the translational and rotational motion.

Homework Equations


Irod=1/12*M*R^2
I=mR^2
L=Iw or L=r*m*v
L=constant

The Attempt at a Solution



I figured out the answer for the first part, but the second part has me stuck. I got:
m*v*L/4=(Irod+1/16*m*L^2)*w, where Irod=1/12*M*R^2

When i solve for w i get: [12m/(4M+3m)]*v/L
However the textbook says the answer is: [12m/(4M+7m)]*v/l

It looks like a made a mistake when calculating the moment of inertia for the clay blob, but i don't know where i made the mistake. I think it was in the beginning with Lbefore=Lafter, but i don't see it.
 
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