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Physics Newton's Laws of Motion Conservation of Linear Momentum Impulse MCQ (Single Correct)

Which of the following statements is true about the law of conservation of momentum?

A
The net force on each particle of the system is zero.
B
The momentum of each particle of the system is constant.
C
The net force on the system is zero.
D
The net force should be in the vertical direction.

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The correct answer is:
C

The momentum of the particles may change but the net momentum of the system is constant,

and net the force on the system is zero.

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