What is the momentum of an object?

Question

1. the state of motion of an object with mass
2. the velocity of the object
3. the net force acting on the object
4. the rate of change in the velocity of an object

Answer 1

The correct definition of momentum of an object is:

1. the state of motion of an object with mass.

However, more precisely, momentum (\( p \)) is defined as the product of an object's mass (\( m \)) and its velocity (\( v \)), expressed mathematically as \( p = mv \).

While option 1 is somewhat vague, it aligns most closely with the fundamental concept of momentum. The other options refer to velocity, force, and acceleration, which are related concepts but do not define momentum.