Conservation of Linear Momentum
Olivia Martin
7 min read
Study Guide Overview
This study guide covers momentum in AP Physics C: Mechanics, focusing on conservation of linear momentum. Key concepts include center-of-mass velocity, impulse-momentum theorem, and analyzing collisions/explosions. It emphasizes system selection for momentum analysis with and without external forces. The guide also provides exam tips, common mistakes, practice questions, and a final exam focus with high-priority topics like 1D and 2D collisions.
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Question 1 of 10
A 2 kg ball is moving at 3 m/s to the right and a 1 kg ball is moving at 6 m/s to the left. What is the velocity of the center of mass of this system? 🚀
0 m/s
1 m/s to the right
4 m/s to the right
3 m/s to the left