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What is the momentum of a 50-kilogram ice skater gliding across the ice at a speed of 5 m/s

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Momentum is a term used to quantify the motion of an object has. It is calculated as the the product of the object's mass and the velocity. It is expressed as:
Momentum = m x vMomentum = 50 kg x 5 m/sMomentum = 250 kg m/s
Therefore, the correct answer is the last option.
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