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Date May 2019 Marks available 1 Reference code 19M.1.SL.TZ1.7
Level Standard level Paper Paper 1 Time zone 1
Command term Question number 7 Adapted from N/A

Question

Two blocks of masses m and 2m are travelling directly towards each other. Both are moving at the same constant speed v. The blocks collide and stick together.

What is the total momentum of the system before and after the collision?

Markscheme

A

Examiners report

Response A was the most common (correct) response, however response D was a significant distractor for candidates who took momentum to be a scalar quantity.

Syllabus sections

Core » Topic 2: Mechanics » 2.2 – Forces
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