In a science fiction novel two enemies, Bonzo and Ender, are fighting in outer spce. From stationary positions, they push against each other. Bonzo flies off with a velocity of +2.0 m/s, while Ender recoils with a velocity of -3.4 m/s. Determine the ratio mBonzo/mEnder of the masses of these two enemies.

ratio of the masses of the two enemies = 1.7

Explanation:

Applying the law of conservation of momentum,

Momentum fo Bonzo = Momentum of Ender

mv = m'v' Equation 1

Where m = mass of Bonzo, v = velocity of Bonzo, m' = mass of Ender, v' = velocity of Ender

m/m' = v'/v Equation 2

Where m/m' = ratio of the masses of the two enemies

Given: v = 2.0 m/s, v' = 3.4 m/s

Substitute into equation 2

m/m' = 3.4/2

m/m' = 1.7

Hnece, ratio of the masses of the two enemies = 1.7

i think it would be 5