The kinetic energy of a body becomes 4 times. Momentum becomes MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The kinetic energy of a body becomes 4 times. Momentum becomes
A. 4 times
B. 16 times
C. Same
D. 2 times
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
p ∝ √K, so if K'=4K, p'=2p.

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