Question

part d
does the test verify that objects in inelastic collisions exert less force? explain your answer.
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part e

Explanation:

Inelastic collisions do not necessarily exert less force. Force in a collision is related to the change in momentum over time ($F=\frac{\Delta p}{\Delta t}$). Inelastic collisions involve loss of kinetic - energy, but the force depends on how quickly the momentum changes during the collision process. Two objects colliding inelastically can have a large change in momentum in a short time, resulting in a large force, similar to elastic collisions.

Answer:

No, inelastic collisions do not always exert less force as force depends on the rate of change of momentum during the collision, not on whether the collision is elastic or inelastic.