In an elastic collision between disks $A$ and $B$ of equal mass but unequal radii, $A$ moves along the $x$ -axis and $B$ is stationary before impact. Which of the following is possible after impact?

  • A

    $A$ comes to rest

  • B

    The velocity of $B$ relative to Aremains the same in magnitude but reverses in direction

  • C

    $A$ and $B$ move with equal speeds, making an angle of $45^o$ each with the $x$ -axis

  • D

    All of the above

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