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When a bullet penetrates a target, its kinetic energy is converted into which forms?

Correct answer C. Both B and D

Explanation

As the bullet decelerates, friction heats the bullet and target, and work is done deforming and moving material, so its kinetic energy becomes heat and mechanical energy.

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