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PHYSICS · Single correct · AP · Physics 1: Algebra-based · Linear Momentum · Linear Momentum
Problem
Two blocks, one of mass 2kg and the other of mass 4kg, are initially at rest on a smooth horizontal surface. Each block is acted on separately by a horizontal force that delivers an impulse of 10Ns. Which statement is correct?
(a) Both blocks acquire equal velocities.
(b) Both blocks acquire equal magnitudes of momentum.
(c) The heavier block acquires twice the momentum of the lighter block.
(d) Both blocks acquire equal kinetic energies.