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Two objects each of mass 2kg all moving in the same straight line but in opposite directions. The velocity of each object is 2.5m/s before the collision during which they stick together. What will the velocity of the combine object be after collision.

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2m/s
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6m/s
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0(zero)
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6.8m/s
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Solution

The correct option is C 0(zero)
Initial momentum of object 1 = mv
=2×2.5=5kgm/s
Initial momentum of object -2 = mx (-v)
=2×(2.5)
=5kgm/s
Momentum of the combination of two after collision =5+(5)=0
So, velocity of combination =Momentum of combinationMass of combination
=04=0

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