Question

Two blocks A and B of equal mass m = 1.0 kg are lying

on a smooth horizontal surface as shown in figure. A

spring of force constant k = 200 N/m is fixed at one end

of block A. Block B collides with block A with velocity

v0

= 2.0 m/s. Find the maximum compression of the

spring.

Answer 1

According to me the ans is 1cm. Please let me know

Answer 2

Answer is 10 cm

Explanation given below

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