Two blocks of equal mass are sliding on an inclined plane, as shown in the image below. At t = 0 s, the blocks are moving towards each other with equal speeds. A short while later, the blocks collide elastically and bounce off of one another. Which graph correctly describes how the center of mass (C.O.M.) velocity of the two-block system changes over time? Assume both blocks remain on the ramp for the duration of the time shown on the graph. Neglect drag and friction. The positive direction is defined as up the incline, as shown on the image above. B. C. D.

Two blocks of equal mass are sliding on an inclined plane, as shown in the image below. At t = 0 s, the blocks are moving towards each other with equal speeds. A short while later, the blocks collide elastically and bounce off of one another. Which graph correctly describes how the center of mass (C.O.M.) velocity of the two-block system changes over time? Assume both blocks remain on the ramp for the duration of the time shown on the graph. Neglect drag and friction. The positive direction is defined as up the incline, as shown on the image above. B. C. D.

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Two blocks of equal mass are sliding on an inclined plane, as shown in the image below. At t = 0 s , the blocks are moving towards each other with equal speeds. A short while later, the blocks collide elastically and bounce off of one another. A. C.
Which graph correctly descibes how the center of mass (C.O.M.) velocity of the two-block system changes over time? Assume both blocks remain on the ramp for the duration of the time shown on the graph. Neglect drag and friction. The positive direction is defined as up the incline, as shown on the image above. B. C. D.

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