Physics 9702 · AS & A Level · Momentum and Newton's laws of motion

Momentum and Newton's laws of motion — practice question

The graph plots the momentum of a cyclist over an interval of $8.0\,\text{s}$. At time $4.0\,\text{s}$, she applies the brakes. What is the resultant force on the cyclist during the time when the brakes are applied?

  • A$55\,\text{N}$
  • B$200\,\text{N}$
  • C$270\,\text{N}$
  • D$450\,\text{N}$

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