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A student initially at rest on a frictionless frozen pond throws a 2 kg hammer in one direction. After the throw, the hammer moves off in one direction while the student moves off in the other direction. Which of the following correctly describes the above situation ?

A

The hammer will have the momentum with greater magnitude

B

The student will have the momentum with greater magnitude

C

The hammer will have the greater kinetic energy

D

The student will have the greater kinetic energy

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