16. Two objects have the same kinetic energy. One has a speed that is 2.5 times the speed of the other. What is the ratio of their masses?
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We are given that $KE_1 = KE_2$. The kinetic energy of an object is given by $KE = \frac{1}{2}mv^2$. Therefore, we have: $\frac{1}{2}m_1v_1^2 = \frac{1}{2}m_2v_2^2$ Show more…
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