Question

Does a boy in rest have momentum?

Answer 1

Well, technically yes... and no.

Explanation:

Momentum is given by the equation:

`p=mv`

where:

• `p` is the momentum of the object

• `m` is the mass of the object

• `v` is the velocity of the object

Since the boy's at rest, his velocity is `0`, and his momentum is therefore `p=m*0=0` as well.

We can say in physics that the boy has no momentum. However, in a philosophical sense, we could also claim that yes, the boy has momentum, but its value is `0`.

So, in my opinion, the answer depends on which way you're thinking from.