Question

Two identical masses m moving with velocities $u₁$ and $u₂$ collide perfectly inelastically. Find the loss in energy.

• A. $m(u_{1}-u_{2}^{2})$
• B. $\frac{m}{4}(u_{1}-u_{2})^{2}$
• C. $\frac{m}{2}(u_{1}-u_{2})^{2}$
• D. $m(u_{1}-u_{2})^{3}$

Hint:

Two identical masses m moving with velocities $u1$ and $u2$ collide perfectly inelastically. Find the loss in energy.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B