Physics

Problem

A cyclist of mass

80\,\text{kg}

is riding due north with a speed of

5\,\text{m\,s}^{-1}

. Which option correctly states the cyclist’s linear momentum? a)

1440\,\text{kg m s}^{-1}

northward b)

400\,\text{kg m s}^{-1}

southward c)

400\,\text{kg m s}^{-1}

northward d)

16\,\text{kg m s}^{-1}

northward