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In terms of impulse and momentum why do airbags in cars reduce the chances of injury in accidents?
Updated: 4/28/2022
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∙ 13y agoBest Answer
Air bags increase the time the force is applied and decrease the force, so the result is a lesser force for a longer duration.
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