Multiple Choice
In classical mechanics, what does the rate of change of linear momentum of a system represent?
11. Momentum & Impulse
Intro to Momentum
Multiple Choice
Which object has more momentum: a ball moving at or a ball moving at ?
A
Both have the same momentum
B
The ball moving at
C
It cannot be determined without knowing the direction
D
The ball moving at
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Recall that momentum \(p\) is defined as the product of an object's mass \(m\) and its velocity \(v\), given by the formula:
\(p = m \times v\)
Calculate the momentum of the 2 kg ball moving at 3 m/s by substituting the values into the formula:
\(p_1 = 2 \text{ kg} \times 3 \text{ m/s}\)
Calculate the momentum of the 1 kg ball moving at 6 m/s similarly:
\(p_2 = 1 \text{ kg} \times 6 \text{ m/s}\)
Compare the two momentum values \(p_1\) and \(p_2\) to determine which is greater.
Conclude which ball has more momentum based on the comparison of \(p_1\) and \(p_2\).
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