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This guide covers elastic and inelastic collisions. It explains the differences between them, focusing on kinetic energy conservation. Perfectly inelastic collisions (objects sticking together) are also discussed. The guide uses examples and practice problems to illustrate momentum conservation in collisions and how to calculate final velocities. It also provides exam tips for the AP Physics 1 exam.
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Question 1 of 10
In an elastic collision, what happens to the total kinetic energy of the system? 🏓
It increases
It decreases
It remains the same
It is converted into potential energy