Mass m1 has a velocity of 0 m/s and mass m2 has a velocity of 5 m/s; m1>m2. Which one has a larger interia?
Correct answer: B. m1
- A. m2
- B. m1
- C. Both m1 and m2
- D. Not enough information is available
Explanation
The correct answer is m1 because inertia is directly proportional to mass. Given that m1 has a greater mass than m2 (m1 > m2), it will inherently have more inertia, regardless of its velocity being 0 m/s. While m2 is moving, its lower mass means it has less inertia compared to m1. The other options are incorrect as they either misinterpret the relationship between mass and inertia or state that there is insufficient information, which is not the case here.
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