Ryan is playing ice hockey. He hits the puck with his stick, causing it to move on the ice at a speed of 4 m/s. The puck continues moving and eventually it passes point B. (You can assume there isno frictionaffecting the puck.)

a)While the puck is moving on the ice, what forces (if any) affect the puck?Explain.

b)How fast is the puck moving when it reaches point B? (4 m/s, more than 4 m/s, or less than 4 m/s)?Explain.

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