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PHY 101 PHY 101 Past Questions Objective Question

Question

The linear momentum of a body is defined as the product of its:
Options
A Mass and acceleration
B Force and time
C Mass and velocity
Correct Answer
D Weight and velocity
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Linear momentum p is defined as the product of an object's mass m and its velocity v, so p = mv. Force and time relate to impulse.

Hint

It is a vector quantity, described as 'mass in motion'.

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