Answer:
I = ⅓ m L²
Explanation:
They tell us to use the parallel axes theorem
I = [tex]I_{cm}[/tex] + M d²
The moment of inertia of a rod with respect to the center of mass is
I_{cm} = [tex]\frac{1}{12}[/tex] m L²
the distance from the center of mass that coincides with its geometric center to the ends of the rod is
d = L / 2
we substitute
I =[tex]\frac{1}{12}[/tex] m L² + m (L/2)²
I = m L² ( [tex]\frac{1}{12} + \frac{1}{4}[/tex] )
I = m L² ( [tex]\frac{1+3}{12}[/tex] )
I = ⅓ m L²