A 2000 kg car is moving at 15 m/sec when it collides with a 1200 kg car sitting still. Briefly compare the impulse imparted on the 1200 kg car by the 2000 kg car to the impulse imparted on the 2000 kg car by the 1200 kg car. Which car undergoes the greater change in momentum? Briefly explain your response.

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Lawrence Mendez

8 October, 17:18

A 2000 kg car is moving at 15 m/sec when it collides with a 1200 kg car sitting still. Briefly compare the impulse imparted on the 1200 kg car by the 2000 kg car to the impulse imparted on the 2000 kg car by the 1200 kg car. Which car undergoes the greater change in momentum? Briefly explain your response.

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Jamar Mercer · Answer 1

The 1200 kg car.

Explanation:

The 1200 kg car had bo momentum at the initial stage of the journey because it wasn't on motion. But after collision with the 2000 kg car it gained alot of momentum.