$A$ ball of mass $m$ is moving towards a wall with velocity $v$ at an angle $\theta$ with the normal to the wall, as shown in the diagram. In which direction is its linear momentum conserved?

  • A
    Along the wall
  • B
    Along the perpendicular to the wall
  • C
    Along any direction
  • D
    Both $(a)$ and $(b)$

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