Two air track gliders collide with each other as shown. Let M = 1 kg. Glider A is moving to the left with an initial speed of 5 m/s and glider B is initially at rest.
a. If glider A collides elastically and has a final speed of 2.5 m/s, how fast is glider B moving?
b. If glider A collides inelastically, what is the final speed of each glider?
Remember: For full credit, you must fill the entire page. List the givens, show all of your work, and circle the final answer. Also, explain whether your answers seem reasonable.
a. If glider A collides elastically and has a final speed of 2.5 m/s, how fast is glider B moving?
b. If glider A collides inelastically, what is the final speed of each glider?
Remember: For full credit, you must fill the entire page. List the givens, show all of your work, and circle the final answer. Also, explain whether your answers seem reasonable.
