To calculate the momentum of a pickup truck with a velocity of 25 m/s east, it is also necessary to know which of the following?
A)time elapsed
B)drive force of the motor
C)mass of the pickup truck
D)distance that the pickup travels

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Momentum is calculated as the product of an object's mass and its velocity. Therefore, to calculate the momentum of the pickup truck, knowing its mass is essential.

To Calculate the Momentum of a Pickup Truck with a Velocity