How Is Momentum Calculated in Projectile Motion?

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Momentum in projectile motion is calculated using the formula P = mv, where P represents momentum, m is mass, and v is velocity. In the discussion, a projectile is launched with a momentum of 200 kg.m/s, and the weight of Jennifer is given as 583 N, which is used to derive her mass. The participant attempted to find the mass using the relationship m = P/v but became confused while trying to solve for velocity. They also referenced kinetic energy with the formula KE = 1/2 mv^2, ultimately expressing satisfaction upon finding the answer. The conversation highlights the challenges of calculating momentum and kinetic energy in physics.
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A projectile is launched with 200 kg.m/s. If Jennifer weighs 583 N, what is the magnitude of her momentum?
a) 97.0 kg.m/s
b) 137 kg.ms
c) 68.6 kg.m/s
d) 672 kg.m/s
e) 951 kg/m/s
 
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My attempt so I got these two formulas
1) P = mv = 200 kg
2) KE = 1/2 mv

so I need mass right? so I said ok, m = P/v
I solve for m = p/v
m = 200 / v
then i got stocked
I need to find the value of "v"
so I went to KE = 1/2 mv
mv = KE / (1/2)
v = (KE/1/2) / m
v = (1000 / (1/2) ) / m
v = 2000 / m
 
I am lost
 
Kinetic energy= ##\frac{1}{2}mv^2##
 
thank you! got the answer! :)
 
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