Answer:
34.6 m/s
Explanation:
From conservation of momentum, the sum of initial and final momentum are equal. Momentum is a product of mass and velocity. Initial mass will be 42.8+31.5+25.9=100.2 kg
Final mass will be 31.5+25.9=57.4 kg
From formula of momentum
M1v1=m2v2
Making v2 the subject of the formula then

Substitute 100.2 kg for M1, 19.8 m/s fkr v1 and 57.4 kg for m2 then

No, gravity acts equally on all objects. The crumpled paper falls faster because it resists the drag force due to the atmosphere because of its compact size. A flat piece of paper has an extended body and "catches" the air and falls more slowly. In a vacuum they would fall at the same rate either way.