Two identical rubber balls rest on a smooth horizontal surface
PHYSICS · Single correct · AP · Physics 1: Algebra-based · Linear Momentum · Linear Momentum
Problem
Two identical rubber balls rest on a smooth horizontal surface. Ball P is hit by a constant horizontal force of 5N for 0.40s, while ball Q is hit by a constant horizontal force of 10N for 0.20s. Which statement correctly compares the magnitudes of their momentum changes?
(a) Ball Q undergoes the larger change in momentum
(b) Both balls undergo equal changes in momentum
(c) Ball P undergoes the larger change in momentum
(d) The information provided is insufficient to compare the momentum changes