True or False, Parallel Axis Theorum

[NoobeAtPhysics]

Homework Statement

I am doing an assignment where I have this (easy) true/false question.

The parallel axis theorem can be used to find moments of inertia of an object about arbitrary axes, provided the moment of inertia about a perpendicular axis through the centroid of the object is known.

Homework Equations

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The Attempt at a Solution

Ok, by definition this is true. And from what I understand this is what the parallel axis theorem does. I am reviewing the concept in my textbook.

But I only have one try for this.. it would be great if I could get some re-enforcement for my answer!

 

[Simon Bridge]

Is a "parallel axis" the same as an "arbitrary axis"?

 

[NascentOxygen]

I am doing an assignment where I have this (easy) true/false question.

The parallel axis theorem can be used to find moments of inertia of an object about arbitrary axes, provided the moment of inertia about a perpendicular[/color] axis through the centroid of the object is known.

true, false, trick, or mistake ...

 

[NoobeAtPhysics]

wow i am dumb

 

[Simon Bridge]

Well I read "perpendicular" as "particular" - you have to watch those.
That was probably the one you were supposed to notice.