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CAIE A-Level Physics 3.1.4 Force as Rate of Change of Momentum

Practise calculating force from momentum change and contact time or momentum-time graph gradients, handling impulse, direction, signs and units.

Syllabus
2028–2030
Course
Physics 9702
Level
AS

Exam points

  • Use force as the rate of change of momentum, F=Δp/Δt or its limiting form.
  • Calculate force, impulse-related momentum change or time interval for changing momentum.
  • Handle direction/sign and units correctly, especially when velocity or mass changes.

3.1.4—Force as rate of change of momentum question 1

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Define force.

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