Question: When the proton (Q = +e) and electron (Q = -e) strike the opposite plate, which one has more kinetic energy? (a) The proton. (b)

When the proton (Q = +e) and electron (Q = -e) strike the opposite plate, which one has more kinetic energy?
(a) The proton.
(b) The electron.
(c) Both acquire the same kinetic energy.
(d) Neither-there is no change in kinetic energy.
(e) They both acquire the same kinetic energy but with opposite signs.

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