Bodies of 4 kg and 1 kg have equal kinetic energy. Speed ratio heavy:light?
A1:2
B1:1
C2:1
D1:4
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. 1:2
Equal kinetic energies require the heavier body's speed to be half the lighter body's speed.
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