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The momentum of an object depends on its mass and velocity. An object with a greater mass or speed will have a greater momentum.

Investigation Question

What variables in a ramp's design have the most effect on the speed and hence momentum of a skateboarder on a ramp?

What variables in a ramp's design have the most effect on the speed and hence momentum of a skateboarder on a amp?

which has a greater momentum: a heavy truck at rest or a moving skateboard?

Select the one that has a greater momentum. Give reason.

1. a heavy truck at rest

2. moving skateboard 

An object's momentum is defined as the product of its mass m and velocity v. Write an expression for the momentum of an object. Make a table to find the momentums of a vehicle with a mass of 1000 kg moving at a velocity of 15 m/s, 20 m/s, and 25 m/s.