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By approximately what percent does the kinetic energy decrease?A. $35 \%$B. $45 \%$C. $55 \%$D. $65 \%$
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The kinetic energy (KE) of an object is given by the formula: \[ KE = \frac{1}{2} mv^2 \] where \( m \) is the mass of the object and \( v \) is its velocity. Show more…
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