$A$ particle of mass $m_1$ moving with a velocity of $5 \ m/s$ undergoes a head-on collision with a stationary particle of mass $m_2$. After the collision,both particles move with a common velocity of $4 \ m/s$. Find the ratio $m_1/m_2$.

  • A
    $4 : 1$
  • B
    $2 : 1$
  • C
    $1 : 8$
  • D
    $1 : 1$

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