The kinetic energy of a light body and a heavy body is the same. Which one of the following statements is $CORRECT$?

  • A
    The light body has greater momentum.
  • B
    $A$ body having high velocity has greater momentum.
  • C
    Both bodies have same momentum.
  • D
    The heavy body has greater momentum.

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