It possible that the net kinetic energy for two objects be zero while the net momentum is zero? Explain.

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Teagan Mckay

19 March, 21:24

It possible that the net kinetic energy for two objects be zero while the net momentum is zero? Explain.

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Bronson Spencer · Answer 1

Of course. That's what you have when both objects are at rest. I'm guessing that you left a word out of the question, and it actually says that the net kinetic energy is NOT zero. In that case, the answer is still 'yes', but you have to think about it for a second.