A ball is launched with an initial velocity of 20 m/s at an angle of 30 degrees above the horizontal. What is the y-component of the ball's initial momentum if the ball has a mass of 2 kg? Write down you answer in terms of kg*(m/s), but only write down the number part of your answer.

A ball is launched with an initial velocity of 20 m/s at an angle of 30 degrees above the horizontal. What is the y-component of the ball's initial momentum if the ball has a mass of 2 kg? Write down you answer in terms of kg*(m/s), but only write down the number part of your answer.

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Chapter9: Linear Momentum And Collisions

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