Two figure skaters, one weighing 625N and the other 775N , push off against each other on very smooth ice.
Part A
If the heavier skater travels at 1.60m/s , how fast will the lighter one travel?
v = _________m/s
Part B
How much kinetic energy is "created" during the skaters' maneuver?
K = _________J
Part C
Where does this energy come from?