Car X of mass 200 kg moving at 5 m/s collides with car Y of mass 300 kg moving in the same direction at 3 m/s. After the collision they move off together. What is their common velocity just after the collision?
A
4.2 m/s
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
B
5.6 m/s
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
C
3.8 m/s
Right on! Give the BNAT exam to get a 100% scholarship for BYJUS courses
D
7.8 m/s
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
Open in App
Solution
The correct option is C 3.8 m/s Given : mX=200 kg mY=300 kg uX=5 m/s uY=3 m/s