Question

Which of the following statements is true in the case of a collision?

Answer 1

Answer: D

Reduced impact time will increase the impact force

Explanation: Collision occurs when two or more bodies collide and exert forces on each other within a short time.

If a body of mass M moving with a velocity V collide with another body, the kinetic energy of the body is equal to the work done by the body.

That is, K.E = 1/2mv^2 = F × s

Where workdone = Force × distance

Make F the subject of formula

Mv^2/2s = F

But V = distance s/time t

Substitute for V

Ms^2/2t^2s = F

Ms/2t^2 = F

From the equation above, we can deduce that F is inversely proportional to the square of time.

Therefore, the reduced impact time will increase the impact force