Multiple choice

While catching a cricket ball, the momentum of ball is _________ when it is stopped immediately after coming in the hands of fielder.

  1. reduced to zero suddenly

  2. increased suddenly

  3. reduced gradually

  4. increased gradually

  5. is not effected

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Yes, it is the correct answer. If the ball is stopped suddenly, its momentum will be reduced to zero instantly.