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Homework Statement
A particle of mass ##m_1## collides elastically with a stationary particle of mass ##m_2## (##m_1>m_2##). Find the maximum angle through which the striking particle may be deviated as a result of the collision.
(Ans. ##\sin(\theta_{max})=m_2/m_1##)
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The Attempt at a Solution
I don't understand the problem. After the collision, both the particles continue the motion in the initial direction of motion. I don't see why the particles deviate. No geometry about the particles is specified.
Any help is appreciated. Thanks!
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