Comparing Speeds of Golf Ball and Ping Pong Ball with Equal Kinetic Energy

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When comparing a golf ball and a Ping-Pong ball with equal kinetic energy, the relationship defined by kinetic energy (KE = 1/2 M*V^2) indicates that the ball with greater mass must have a lower speed. Since the golf ball is significantly heavier than the Ping-Pong ball, it must travel slower to maintain the same kinetic energy. This conclusion is based on the inverse relationship between mass and velocity in the kinetic energy formula. The discussion confirms that the golf ball, having more mass, indeed moves at a slower speed than the Ping-Pong ball when both possess equal kinetic energy. Understanding this principle clarifies the dynamics of mass and speed in physics.
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If a golf ball and a Ping-Pong ball both move with the same kinetic energy, can you say which has the greater speed? Explain in terms of the definition of kinetic energy.

Can you guys tell me if I'm thinking along the correct lines in my response...

Kinetic energy = 1/2 M*V^2.
Since the golf ball has a higher mass than the pingpong ball, the only way they could both have the same kinetic energy is if the golf ball has a slower speed.
 
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K, thanks...haha I'll try to keep these questions to a minimum when they're so simple but it was so simple I felt like I was overlooking something haha
 
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