Question detail
Which option best applies p = mv for Momentum and conservation of momentum (HT only) in AQA GCSE Physics Forces?
Try the question, check the answer, then read the explanation to understand the curriculum point.
At a glance
MCQ
Type
practice
Style
Topic
Momentum
Question
- A. momentum = mass x velocity — calculation focus for p = mv
- B. This confuses moment and force and does not answer Momentum and conservation of momentum (HT only).
- C. This is too vague because it does not use the force or motion quantity named in the objective.
- D. This reverses the physical cause and effect for Momentum.
Answer
The correct answer is: momentum = mass x velocity — calculation focus for p = mv
Explanation
The correct option is momentum = mass x velocity — calculation focus for p = mv. momentum = mass x velocity — calculation focus for p = mv is correct because it matches the approved learning objective to (HT only) Apply MS 3b and MS 3c skills when rearranging p = mv. This answer belongs to Momentum and conservation of momentum (HT only) within Momentum, so it must use precise AQA GCSE Physics forces and motion vocabulary. The other options are wrong because they either confuse moment and force, omit the required force or motion condition, or move away from the exact subtopic being tested.
Common mistake
Rearranging Momentum Equation Mistake
Students often incorrectly rearrange the equation p = mv, forgetting to isolate the variable they need.
To fix this, practice isolating each variable (p, m, v) in the equation separately, ensuring you understand how to manipulate the equation correctly.
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