Impulse-momentum theorem hmwk problem

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The discussion focuses on calculating the average force exerted by a golf club on a golf ball during a collision. Given the mass of the golf ball at 0.045 kg and its final speed of 50 m/s, the average force can be estimated using the impulse-momentum theorem. The collision duration is specified as 1.0 ms. The average force is determined to be 2250 N, as derived from the impulse formula.

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a golf club hits a golf ball of mass 0.045 kg and gives it a speed of 50 m/s. estimate the magnitude of the average force of the club on the ball if the collision last for 1.0 ms.
 
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