Question

Impulse is defined as the average force acting on an object multiplied by the time the force acts. If we let I represent impulse, F the average force, and t the time, is I = F/t a correct way of expressing this definition? Explain

Answer 1

Answer:

Impulse, $J=F\times t$                                                    

Explanation:

The impulse applied on an object is defined as the force acting on it for a short duration of time. It is given by :

$J=F\times t$...........(1)

Here

F is the applied force

t is the time taken

In this case the given expression, $I=\dfrac{F}{t}$ is incorrect. The correct expression is given in equation (1). Hence, this is the required solution.