Calculating Momentum: Learn the Formula and Solve a Sprinter's Momentum Question

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1. A 45kg sprinter runs at 12 m/s for a short distance. What is his momentum?
2. p=m*v
3. p= (45kg)(12m/s)
p= 540


I'm not sure if I did it right. & am I supposed to include unit(s) after 540? :confused:
 
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Delphi51 said:
Looks good! Yes, the units should be included. kg⋅m/s

Thank you.