Question

An object is observed for a time interval of 20 seconds. From time 6.7 s the object experiences a Force of 106 N that lasts until time 15.6s. What is the impulse experienced by the object?

Answer 1

Answer:

1654 kg m/s

Explanation:

The impulse experienced by an object is equal to the product between the force exerted on the object and the time during which the force lasts:

$I=F\Delta t$

where:

I is the impulse

F is the force exerted on the object

$\Delta t$ is the time during which the force is applied

For the object in this problem, we have

$F=106 N$ (force applied)

$\Delta t= 15.6 s$ (time interval)

Therefore, the impulse experienced by the object is:

$I=(106)(15.6)=1654 kg m/s$