Question

From the top of a tower of two stones, whose masses are in the ratio $1 : 2$ are thrown one straight up with an initial speed $u$ and the second straight down with the same speed $u$. Then, neglecting air resistance

• A. the heavier stone hits the ground with a higher speed
• B. the lighter stone hits the ground with a higher speed
• C. both the stones will have the same speed when they hit the ground
• D. the speed can't be determined with the given data

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

both the stones will have the same speed when they hit the ground

Answer 2

Both the stones will have the same speed when they hit the ground.