2. Two particles \(A\) and \(B\) have mass 0.12 kg and 0.08 kg respectively. They are initially at rest on a smooth horizontal table. Particle \(A\) is then given an impulse in the direction \(A B\) so that it moves with speed \(3 \mathrm {~m} \mathrm {~s} ^ { - 1 }\) directly towards \(B\).
- Find the magnitude of this impulse, stating clearly the units in which your answer is given.
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Immediately after the particles collide, the speed of \(A\) is \(1.2 \mathrm {~m} \mathrm {~s} ^ { - 1 }\), its direction of motion being unchanged. - Find the speed of \(B\) immediately after the collision.
- Find the magnitude of the impulse exerted on \(A\) in the collision.