Question: A proton ( mass 1 uu ) is shot toward an unknown target nucleus at a speed of 2 . 3 5 1 0 6

A proton (mass 1 uu) is shot toward an unknown target nucleus at a speed of 2.35106 m/sm/s. The proton rebounds with its speed reduced by 25%% while the target nucleus acquires a speed of 2.57105 m/sm/s.
Part A
What is the mass, in atomic mass units, of the target nucleus?
Express your answer in atomic mass units.
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