University Physics with Modern Physics (14th Edition)

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Chapter 6 - Work and Kinetic Energy - Problems - Exercises - Page 201: 6.97

Answer

The correct answer is (d) 9.

Work Step by Step

We can find the kinetic energy of a person who is walking. $K_1 = \frac{1}{2}mv^2$ The speed of the person on a bike is $3v$. We can find the kinetic energy of the person when they are biking. $K_2 = \frac{1}{2}m(3v)^2$ $K_2 = 9\times \frac{1}{2}mv^2$ $K_2 = 9\times K_1$ The correct answer is (d) 9.
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