How Can I Solve These Momentum Physics Homework Questions?

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The discussion focuses on solving momentum physics homework questions involving inelastic collisions. Key problems include calculating final velocities after collisions for various scenarios, such as two balls colliding and a cannon firing a cannonball. The principles of conservation of momentum are emphasized, particularly in inelastic collisions where objects stick together. Participants are encouraged to attempt solutions to facilitate guidance on specific sticking points.

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  • Understanding of momentum conservation principles
  • Knowledge of inelastic collisions and their characteristics
  • Ability to perform vector addition for velocity calculations
  • Familiarity with basic physics equations, including mass and velocity relationships
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  • Study the conservation of momentum in inelastic collisions
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i don't know how to solve these

1. Ball A, with a mass of 0.20-kg, strikes ball B, with a mass of 0.30-kg. The initial velocity of ball A is 0.95 m/s. Ball B is initially at rest. What are the final speed and direction of ball A and B after the collision if they stick together?

2. A 1200-kg cannon is placed at rest on an ice rink. A 95-kg cannonball is shot from the cannon. If the cannon recoils with a speed of 6.80 m/s, what is the speed of the cannon ball?

3. An 82-kg reciever, moving 0.75 m/s south, is tackled by a 110-kg defensive linemen moving 0.15 m/s east. The football players hit the ground together. Calculate their final velocity (magnitude and direction).

4. A 95-kg car traveling south at 29 m/s hits a truck traveling 18 m/s west. After the collision the vehicles stick together and travel with a final momentum of 4.0 x 104 kg*m/s at an angle of 45 degrees. What is the mass of the truck?

5. A 77-kg woman is walking 0.10 m/s east in the gym. A man throws a 15-kg ball south and accidentally hits the woman. The woman and the ball move together with a velocity of 0.085 m/s. Calculate the direction the woman and the ball move.
 
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1. This is an ineslatic collision. What can you tell me about inelastic collisions? Is momentum conserved? Is kinetic energy conserved?

2. Simple conservation of momentum problem, make an attempt.

3. See #1.

4. See #1.

5. See #1.

Please atleast make an attempt so then we can help you through your sticking points.
 

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