Question detail
Which option best applies momentum 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.
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MCQ
Type
practice
Style
Topic
Momentum
Question
- A. Mass multiplied by velocity — definition focus for momentum
- B. This confuses mass and weight 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: Mass multiplied by velocity — definition focus for momentum
Explanation
The correct option is Mass multiplied by velocity — definition focus for momentum. Mass multiplied by velocity — definition focus for momentum is correct because it matches the approved learning objective to (HT only) Define momentum as mass multiplied by velocity. 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 mass and weight, omit the required force or motion condition, or move away from the exact subtopic being tested.
Common mistake
Confusing Momentum with Kinetic Energy
Students often confuse momentum with kinetic energy, thinking they are the same concept.
Remember that momentum is defined as mass multiplied by velocity (p = mv), while kinetic energy is given by the formula Ek = 0.5 x m x v^2. Focus on the definitions and units of each quantity.
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