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Two astronauts, with masses of 60 kg and 80 kg, are initially at rest in outer space. They push each other apart. What is their separation after the lighter astronaut has moved 12 m?

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Two astronauts, with masses of 60 kg and 80 kg, are initially at rest in outer space. They push each other apart. What is their separation after the lighter astronaut has moved 12 m?

Please provide detailed explanation

As the astronauts are in outer ...

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