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Explain why the teenager and the wheelchair don't have the same kinetic energy, even though they have the same speed

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Answer:

their weight difference

Step-by-step explanation:

weight adds to kinetic energy. a heavier object will have a higher kinetic energy because the extra weight will slowly increase or decrease the velocity depending on if it's being sent down a decline or inclined plane

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