Question

the mass of the fully - inflated basketball is 0.6 kg and has a velocity of 10 m/s. what is its momentum before it hits the backboard?

Explanation:

Step1: Recall momentum formula

The formula for momentum is $p = mv$, where $p$ is momentum, $m$ is mass and $v$ is velocity.

Step2: Substitute values

Given $m = 0.6\ kg$ and $v=10\ m/s$. Substitute into the formula: $p=(0.6\ kg)\times(10\ m/s)$.

Step3: Calculate

$p = 6\ kg\cdot m/s$.

Answer:

$6\ kg\cdot m/s$