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In Physics / High School | 2025-07-08

In a car, how does an air bag minimize the force acting on a person during a collision?

A. It increases the change in momentum of the person.
B. It decreases the change in momentum of the person.
C. It increases the time it takes for the person to stop.
D. It decreases the time it takes for the person to stop.

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Answer (1)

Airbags minimize force in collisions by increasing the duration of time it takes for a person to stop, which reduces the overall force experienced. By doing so, they help to protect the occupant from severe injuries. This principle is based on the physics of momentum and force reduction. ;

Answered by GinnyAnswer | 2025-07-08

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