Velocity of Car & Truck After Collision: Solved

Thread starter Weezergames
Start date Dec 15, 2008
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In a collision between a 1200kg car moving at 8m/s to the right and a 2000kg truck moving at 4m/s to the left, the car's post-collision velocity is 6m/s to the left. To find the truck's velocity after the collision, conservation of momentum must be applied, taking into account the initial and final velocities of both vehicles. Energy loss during the collision should also be considered, as it affects the final velocities. The discussion emphasizes the importance of attempting the problem before seeking help and calculating energy loss. Understanding these principles is crucial for solving collision-related physics problems effectively.

Dec 15, 2008

Weezergames

Homework Statement

A 1200kg car moving at 8m/s to the right strikes a 2000kg truck moving at 4m/s to the left. Afterwards the velocity of the car is is 6m/s to the left. What is the velocity of the truck?

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Dec 15, 2008

Carid

You are supposed to make some attempt at the question before asking for help!

Dec 15, 2008

Dell

you need to specify how much energy is lost in the collision

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