Physics

Physics

Problem

Skater X of mass 60 kg60\,\text{kg} and skater Y of mass 30 kg30\,\text{kg} stand in contact on smooth ice. They suddenly push apart. Which statement correctly compares their accelerations during the brief push? a) Both skaters accelerate equally in opposite directions. b) Skater X accelerates twice as much as skater Y. c) Skater Y accelerates twice as much as skater X. d) Skater Y accelerates four times as much as skater X.

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