Two Objects with Masses, M₁ and M₂, Have the Same

question 47

Multiple Choice

Two objects with masses, m₁ and m₂, have the same kinetic energy and are both moving to the right. The same constant force is applied to the left to both masses. If m₁ = 4m₂, the ratio of the stopping distance of m₁ to that of m₂ is:

• A) 1:4
• B) 4:1
• C) 1:2
• D) 2:1
• E) 1:1

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