The change in momentum of a body is equal to MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The change in momentum of a body is equal to
A. Force
B. Work
C. Energy
D. Impulse
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Impulse = F Δt = Δp (change in momentum). Derived from Newton's second law. Force is rate of change of momentum. Impulse-momentum theorem important for collisions.

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