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In an elastic collision, the total kinetic energy

Correct answer: D. Before and after collision remains the same

  • A. Dissipates after collision
  • B. Increases after the collision
  • C. Reduces after the collision
  • D. Before and after collision remains the same

Explanation

In an elastic collision, the total kinetic energy before the collision is equal to the total kinetic energy after the collision, meaning that kinetic energy is conserved throughout the process.

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