College Physics (7th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0-32160-183-1
ISBN 13: 978-0-32160-183-4

Chapter 6 - Linear Momentum and Collisions - Learning Path Questions and Exercises - Multiple Choice Questions - Page 213: 5

Answer

(d) Impulse has units of (a) $\mathrm{kg.m/s}$, or (b) $\mathrm{N.s}$; which is (c) the same as momentum.

Work Step by Step

Impulse is the change in momentum of a body. Thus, it has the same unit as momentum i.e. $\mathrm{kg.m/s}$ or $\mathrm{N.s}$.
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