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Physics Question on Kinetic Energy

Given below are two statements:
Statement I: A truck and a car moving with same kinetic energy are brought to rest by applying brakes which provide equal retarding forces. Both come to rest in equal distance.
Statement II : A car moving towards east takes a turn and moves towards north, the speed remains unchanged. The acceleration of the car is zero.
In the light of given statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below.

A

Both Statement I is correct but Statement II are correct

B

Both Statement I is correct but Statement II are incorrect

C

Statement I is correct but Statement II is incorrect

D

Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is correct

Answer

Statement I is correct but Statement II is incorrect

Explanation

Solution

The correct option is(C): Statement I is correct but Statement II is incorrect