Two particles of masses 
and 
have equal kinetic energies. The ratio of their momenta is
A
B
C
D
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Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
C
The kinetic energy K and momentum p of a particle are related by the relation
where m is the mass of the particle.
So 
and 
But as per question 
or 
or 
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