Collisions in Two Dimensions: A 1500-kg car traveling at 90 km/h toward the east suddenly collides with a 3000-kg car traveling at 60 km/h toward the south. The two cars stick together after the collision. What is the direction of motion of the cars after collision?

A. 36.9° S of E
B. 36.9° E of S
C. 53.1° S of E
D. 53.1° E of S


Answer: C

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