Answer:
Speed will be equal to 1.40 m/sec
Explanation:
Mass of the rubber ball m = 5.24 kg = 0.00524 kg
Spring is compressed by 5.01 cm
So x = 5.01 cm = 0.0501 m
Spring constant k = 8.08 N/m
Frictional force f = 0.031 N
Distance moved by ball d = 15.8 cm = 0.158 m
Energy gained by spring

Energy lost due to friction

So remained energy to move the ball = 0.0101 - 0.0048 = 0.0052 J
This energy will be kinetic energy


v = 1.40 m/sec
Options a to c can be the reasons for scientific models.
But to primarily answer scientific questions,that would require an empirical and experimental approach and not use of models.
Though after getting the answers, models can be built to further explain the answers.
<span>d. answer scientific questions.</span>
I would have to say B failed because I think I read something about it being only 2law not 3
My guess is either they come to a stop when they come in contact, or one ball is going to go the opposite direction.