The 10 g bullet is fired horizontally at 1200 m/s into the 140 g block resting on a smooth surface. If the bullet becomes embedded in the block, what is the velocity of the block immediately after impact?  A) 1125 m/s B) 80 m/s C) 1200 m/s D) 75 m/s Please show all steps in solution

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The 10 g bullet is fired horizontally at 1200 m/s into the 140 g block resting on a smooth
surface. If the bullet becomes embedded in the block, what is the velocity of the block
immediately after impact? 

A) 1125 m/s B) 80 m/s
C) 1200 m/s D) 75 m/s

Please show all steps in solution
 
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