Question

State whether given statement is True or False.
The change in momentum always takes place in the direction opposite to the force.

• A. True
• B. False

Answer 1

The correct option is B False

we know,
F$\propto \frac{dp}{dt}$
The rate of change of linear momentum of a body is directly proportional to the external force applied on the body, and this change takes place in the direction of the applied force