Linear Momentum Defined as Mass Times Velocity

Steps:

• Recall that momentum measures an object's motion quantity.
• Identify the formula: linear momentum p equals mass m multiplied by velocity v.
• Compare choices to the formula p = mv.
• Select the option matching mass and velocity product.

Why C is correct:

• Linear momentum is defined by the formula p = mv, where p is momentum, m is mass, and v is velocity, directly stating it as the product of velocity and mass.

Why the others are wrong:

• A: Force per unit time describes impulse, not momentum.
• B: Product of force and time also defines impulse.
• D: Velocity per unit mass relates to specific velocity, not momentum.

Final answer: C