Understand resultant force as the rate of change of momentum; remember and apply the formula ∆ p = F ∆ t.

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Understand resultant force as the rate of change of momentum; remember and apply the formula ∆ p = F ∆ t

• This point belongs to Momentum, especially Momentum outcomes.
• You need to be able to understand resultant force as the rate of change of momentum; remember and apply the formula ∆ p = F ∆ t.
• The key ideas to know are Define, Recall, and Use.
• Use the linked flashcards and practice questions to check recall, then practise applying the idea in an exam-style answer.