Conceptual Physics (12th Edition)

Published by Addison-Wesley
ISBN 10: 0321909100
ISBN 13: 978-0-32190-910-7

Chapter 6 - Think and Explain - Page 106-107: 44

Answer

Less force is necessary to stop an incoming object (that is, you) if its momentum is decreased over a long time. The padded dashboard gradually brings you to a stop.

Work Step by Step

This is discussed on page 94.
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