How Does Momentum Affect Collision Damage?

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In determining collision damage, the discussion emphasizes the importance of total momentum change per unit time, suggesting that a rapid change in momentum results in greater damage. Participants agree that a longer duration of momentum change would lead to less damage. The conversation centers around the relationship between momentum change and the time over which it occurs. Overall, the consensus leans towards the idea that the rate of momentum change is crucial in assessing collision impact. Understanding these dynamics is essential for analyzing collision outcomes effectively.
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Homework Statement



What is more important in determining the amount of damage an object sustains in a collision?



A. Total momentum Change

B. Total momentum change per unit time

C. None of these

D. Both of these

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The Attempt at a Solution



I think it is is B because if the momentum change is over a very long period of time then there wouldn't be as much damage as if the momentum change happened over a short period of time. Do you agree?
 
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