Chapter 6, Problem 1RQ

Momentum is

a equal to speed times weight

b equal to mass times velocity

c the same as force

To determine

Choose the correct option.

Answer to Problem 1RQ

The correct option is (b) equal to mass times velocity.

Explanation of Solution

Formula used:

Consider the expression for momentum.

$p=mv$ (1)

Here,

$m$ is the mass of the object, and

$v$ is the velocity of the object.

Calculation:

From equation (1), momentum is the product of mass and velocity of the object. Therefore, option (b) is correct and the remaining options are incorrect.

Conclusion:

Hence, the correct option is (b) equal to mass times velocity.