Understanding Momentum
Momentum (p) is a measure of an object's mass in motion. It's calculated by the following formula:
* p = mv
Where:
* p = momentum (measured in kg*m/s)
* m = mass (measured in kg)
* v = velocity (measured in m/s)
Calculation
1. Identify the given values:
* Mass (m) = 920 kg
* Velocity (v) = 25 m/s
2. Plug the values into the momentum formula:
* p = (920 kg) * (25 m/s)
3. Calculate the momentum:
* p = 23,000 kg*m/s
Answer: The momentum of the 920-kg car moving at 25 m/s is 23,000 kg*m/s.