Finding momentum from force at 3 seconds on a graph

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Homework Statement



What is the objects momentum at 3 seconds, on the graph at 3 seconds it is exerting 35n

Homework Equations



f=change in momentum/time

The Attempt at a Solution


I got 105kgms but it was marked wrong...
I can make the graph in paint if it will help anybody.
 
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then simply the area under the graph gives the change in momentum, so from t=1 to t=3 find the area. It forms a rectangle and triangle.