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  • Calculating Velocity from Momentum: A Physics Problem Solution
    Here's how to solve this problem:

    Understanding Momentum

    * Momentum (p) is a measure of an object's mass in motion. It's calculated by:

    * p = m * v

    * where:

    * m = mass (kg)

    * v = velocity (m/s)

    Solving for Velocity

    1. Rearrange the momentum equation to solve for velocity:

    * v = p / m

    2. Plug in the given values:

    * v = 900 kg m/s / 150 kg

    3. Calculate the velocity:

    * v = 6 m/s

    Answer: The speed of Spaceship 1 (and Spaceship 2 since they have the same mass and momentum) is 6 m/s.

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