(a)
The farthest apart the particles ever get.
(a)
Answer to Problem 55RE
The particles can be farthest apart at
Explanation of Solution
Given:
The position of two particles on the x-axis are
Calculation:
For particles to be at farthest apart, s must be maximum therefore:
Now, check these at some critical points to find the farthest distance between particles.
As, the value of
Conclusion:
The particles can be farthest apart at
(b)
The distance at which the particle collides.
(b)
Answer to Problem 55RE
The distance at which the particle collides is
Explanation of Solution
Given:
The position of two particles on the x-axis are
Calculation:
The distance at which particle collides can be find out as;
Conclusion:
The distance at which the particle collides is
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