JEE Main Physics question
If the linear momentum is increased by 50%, then the kinetic energy will be increased by [UP SEE 2008, K CET 2008]
Answer: (C)
Solution
K = p²/2m ⟹ K ∝ p². If p′ = 1.5p, K′ = (1.5)²K = 2.25K, an increase of 125%.
If the linear momentum is increased by 50%, then the kinetic energy will be increased by [UP SEE 2008, K CET 2008]
K = p²/2m ⟹ K ∝ p². If p′ = 1.5p, K′ = (1.5)²K = 2.25K, an increase of 125%.