In a one-dimensional collision between two identical particles $A$ and $B$, $B$ is stationary and $A$ has momentum $p$ before impact. During impact, $B$ gives impulse $J$ to $A$.

  • A
    The total momentum of the $A$ plus $B$ system is $p$ before and after the impact, and $(p-J)$ during the impact.
  • B
    During the impact $A$ gives impulse $J$ to $B$.
  • C
    The coefficient of restitution is $\frac{2J}{p} - 1$.
  • D
    Both $(B)$ and $(C)$.

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