AP Physics 1 Flashcards: Momentum

Study Momentum in AP Physics 1 with focused flashcards that help you recognize the idea, recall the key rule, and apply it in practice-style prompts.

QUESTION

How does momentum change if mass doubles and velocity stays constant?

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ANSWER

Momentum doubles. Momentum is directly proportional to mass.

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This deck focuses on Momentum, giving you a quick way to review the definitions, rules, and examples that matter most for AP Physics 1.

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An object moves along the

x

-axis with momentum

p=-12\,\text{kg}\cdot\text{m/s}

. Which describes its motion direction?

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