(a)[3]
Find, in terms of $m$ and $u$, an expression for the velocity of $Q$ after the collision, and hence show that $m > 4.5$.
(b)[4]
Since $m$ is an integer, determine the greatest possible value of $m$.
Mathematics 9709 · AS & A Level · Momentum
Find, in terms of $m$ and $u$, an expression for the velocity of $Q$ after the collision, and hence show that $m > 4.5$.
Since $m$ is an integer, determine the greatest possible value of $m$.
This 7-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme. One marking point: “Momentum conservation gives: $mu+2(-3u)=m\left(-\frac13u\right)+2v$” …