Object and Incline Colliding: Velocity and Height at Highest Point

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The discussion revolves around a physics problem involving an object with mass m moving up an incline of mass m2 at an angle theta. Participants consider the implications of the incline being movable, likening the scenario to an inelastic collision. There is uncertainty about whether friction is a factor, as it was not mentioned in the problem statement. Suggestions are made to analyze both scenarios: one with friction and one without. The conversation highlights the complexity of the problem due to the incline's movement and the need for clarity in the question.
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Homework Statement


There is an object with mass m that travels at constant velocity v. Then it starts to travel up a an incline of mass m2 and angle theta.

Find the velocities of both when the block reaches its highest point and what is this highest point.

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This would be a standard question if it weren't for the fact that the incline can move. So I am assuming that the object/incline will be one unit and therefore it'll be like an inelastic collision, but I am not sure.
 
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Hi bob123ed. http://img96.imageshack.us/img96/5725/red5e5etimes5e5e45e5e25.gif

Does the textbook give the answers?
 
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Hi bob123ed. http://img96.imageshack.us/img96/5725/red5e5etimes5e5e45e5e25.gif

Does the textbook give the answers?
No, I do not have an answer for the question.
 
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bob123ed said:

Homework Statement


There is an object with mass m that travels at constant velocity v. Then it starts to travel up a an incline of mass m2 and angle theta.

Find the velocities of both when the block reaches its highest point and what is this highest point.
Is that the entire question, word for word? Nothing about friction?
bob123ed said:
it'll be like an inelastic collision
Technically, yes, but sometimes problem setters intend a smooth transition and fail to mention that. Maybe attempt both cases.
 

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