Multiple choice

If both cars travel at the same speed, Which of the 2 cars would have the greatest momentum?

  1. the black car because it is larger

  2. the red car because it is smaller

  3. the black car because it is heavier

  4. the red car because it is lighter
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Momentum is the product of mass and velocity. If velocity is constant, the object with greater mass (the heavier car) will have greater momentum.

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