The skaters are pushing each other, find the ratio of their speed?

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In summary, the speed ratio is the ratio of the speeds of two objects in motion and can be expressed as a fraction or decimal. It is calculated by dividing the speed of one object by the speed of the other object. The speed ratio can be greater than 1, indicating that one object is traveling faster than the other. A speed ratio of 1 means that both objects are traveling at the same speed. When skaters push each other, the speed ratio will change depending on the force applied. If one skater pushes harder, the speed ratio will increase, but if both push with equal force, the speed ratio will remain the same.
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Two skaters stand face to face. Skater 1 has a mass of 55 kg, and skater 2 has a mass of 75 kg. They push off one another and move in opposite directions. What is the ratio of skater 1's speed to skater 2's speed?


Homework Equations



KE=0.5*m*v^2


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Maybe the information in the problem is not enough... :( i don't know
 
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FAQ: The skaters are pushing each other, find the ratio of their speed?

What is the definition of speed ratio?

The speed ratio is the ratio of the speeds of two objects in motion. It indicates the relationship between their velocities and can be expressed as a fraction or decimal.

How do you calculate the speed ratio of two objects in motion?

The speed ratio is calculated by dividing the speed of one object by the speed of the other object. The resulting number is the speed ratio.

Can the speed ratio be greater than 1?

Yes, the speed ratio can be greater than 1. This means that one object is traveling faster than the other object.

What does a speed ratio of 1 mean?

A speed ratio of 1 means that both objects are traveling at the same speed. This indicates that they are moving together at the same rate.

How is the speed ratio affected when the skaters push each other?

In this situation, the speed ratio will change depending on the force applied by each skater. If one skater pushes harder, the speed ratio will increase. If both skaters push with equal force, the speed ratio will remain the same.

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