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In which type of collision do objects typically deform?.
- A.Elastic collision
- B.Inelastic collision
- C.Perfectly elastic collision
- D.Super elastic collision
Model answer
What a good answer should say
- Inelastic collision
Explanation
Why this works
Inelastic collisions are defined as those in which the colliding objects may deform and generate heat, indicating that kinetic energy is not conserved. The key difference from elastic collisions is that elastic collisions do not result in deformation.
Inelastic collisions apply in everyday situations like car accidents. Therefore, the correct option identifies the deformation characteristic.
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