Solving Quick Momentum Problems: Equal Force and Stopping Time Comparison

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In summary, when two objects with the same momentum are brought to a stop by applying equal forces, the time and distance will be equal regardless of the mass of the objects. This is because the mass cancels out in the equations for acceleration and velocity, and equal forces result in equal changes in momentum over time.
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Homework Statement



Two objects have the same momentum, object 1 is heavier than object 2. You bring each to a stop by applying a force of equal magnatude in each case. How does the time to stop each object compare and the distance.

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mv=p f=ma etc.


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I think the the time and distance are equal in both cases because if you solve each quantity for a and v in each case you get an equation where you divide the mass by sum number and set it equal to zero, so the mass cancels out. Just looking to confirm.
 
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You can also think of it in the following way with a constant force:

[tex]
F = \frac{{dp}}{{dt}}
[/tex] thus equal forces will result in equal momenta changes over the same period of time in this case.
 
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lubuntu said:
I think the the time and distance are equal in both cases
What does distance and force relate to? Is that the same for different masses that happen to have the same momentum?
 

FAQ: Solving Quick Momentum Problems: Equal Force and Stopping Time Comparison

What is a Quick Momentum Problem?

A Quick Momentum Problem is a type of physics problem that involves calculating the momentum of an object in a short amount of time, typically in a single step or equation.

How is momentum defined?

Momentum is defined as the product of an object's mass and velocity. It is a measure of the object's motion and is a vector quantity, meaning it has both magnitude and direction.

What is the formula for calculating momentum?

The formula for momentum is: momentum (p) = mass (m) x velocity (v). It is usually expressed in units of kilogram-meters per second (kg-m/s) or newton-seconds (N-s).

What is the principle of conservation of momentum?

The principle of conservation of momentum states that in a closed system, the total momentum before an event or action is equal to the total momentum after the event or action. This means that momentum is conserved and remains constant unless acted upon by an external force.

How is momentum related to Newton's Laws of Motion?

Momentum is related to Newton's Laws of Motion in that it is a direct consequence of Newton's Second Law, which states that the net force acting on an object is equal to the product of its mass and acceleration. This relationship is expressed in the formula for momentum and is a fundamental concept in understanding the motion of objects.

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