Physics

Physics

Problem

Three identical smooth balls P, Q and R lie in a straight line on a horizontal friction-less surface with Q and R at rest. Ball P is projected toward Q with speed 4.0 m s−14.0\,\text{m s}^{-1}. The coefficient of restitution is 0.800.80 for every collision. a. Calculate the speed of ball R immediately after Q collides with it.

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