JEE MainPhysicsCenter of MassMCQ+4 / −1
A body of mass is moving horizontally with a velocity . If extra mass is added, the final velocity (in ) is:
- A6
- B2
- C3
- D5
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Correct answer: D
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Given data
- Initial mass of body:
- Initial velocity:
- Extra mass added:
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Physical principle used When extra mass is added to a moving body without external horizontal force, horizontal momentum is conserved.
Initial momentum:
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Final mass
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Apply conservation of momentum Let final velocity be .
Since momentum is conserved,
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Check options
- A: ❌
- B: ❌
- C: ❌
- D: ✅
Therefore, the final velocity is .
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