During a collision, which of these is an indication that the total momentum has changed?
A) Heat is generated.
B) Deformation occurs.
C) Sound is produced.
D) Heat is generated, deformation occurs, and sound is produced.
E) None of these are correct.

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The total momentum of a system is conserved during a collision, assuming no external forces act on the system. Heat generation, deformation, and sound production are forms of energy transformation and do not indicate a change in total momentum.

During a Collision, Which of These Is an Indication That