Answer
3.248 J
Work Step by Step
We know that the energy of the pellet is equal to its initial energy minus the energy gained by the pendulum. Thus, we find:
$K=3.25 - (.4)(9.81)(5\times10^{-4})=\fbox{3.248 J}$
Essential University Physics: Volume 1 (3rd Edition)
by Wolfson, Richard
Published by
Pearson
ISBN 10:
0321993721
ISBN 13:
978-0-32199-372-4
Chapter 9 - Exercises and Problems - Page 166: 88
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