A body of mass M1 moving with a velocity U collides with a stationary body of mass M2 and both move with a common velocity V. If linear momentum is conserved, which expression correctly represents V?
A
M1 + M2 ÷ M1U
B
M2U ÷ M1 – M2
C
M1U ÷ M1 – M2
D
M1U ÷ M1+ M2
E
M2U ÷ M1 + M2
Verified Correct Answer: D.
Physical Principles & Numerical Solution
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