What is the equation for finding momentum?

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The equation for finding momentum is definitively stated as momentum = mass x velocity. This fundamental physics equation illustrates the relationship between an object's mass and its velocity in determining its momentum. The discussion confirms that this equation is straightforward and widely accepted in the field of physics.

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momentum= mass x velocity
 
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