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If two unequal masses possess the same kinetic energy, then the heavier mass has

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If two unequal masses possess the same kinetic energy, then the heavier mass has

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The heavier mass has a lower speed.

Here's why:

  1. Kinetic energy is given by the formula KE = 1/2 m v^2, where m is the mass and v is the velocity (or speed).

  2. If two objects have the same kinetic energy but different masses, we can set their kinetic energies equal to each other: 1/2 m1 v1^2 = 1/2 m2 v2^2.

  3. If m1 is greater than m2 (i.e., mass 1 is heavier), then for the equation to hold true, v1 must be less than v2.

  4. Therefore, the heavier mass must have a lower speed to possess the same kinetic energy as a lighter mass.

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