Three point masses $m_1, m_2, m_3$ are located at the vertices of an equilateral triangle of side length $a$. The moment of inertia of the system about an axis along the altitude of the triangle passing through $m_1$ is:

  • A
    $(m_2 + m_3) \frac{a^2}{4}$
  • B
    $(m_1 + m_2 + m_3) a^2$
  • C
    $(m_1 + m_2) \frac{a^2}{2}$
  • D
    $(m_2 + m_3) a^2$

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