Two identical smooth spheres collide elastically on a frictionless horizontal surface

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Problem

Two identical smooth spheres collide elastically on a frictionless horizontal surface. One sphere is initially at rest. Explain why the directions of motion of the two spheres after the collision are at right angles to each other.

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