Physics for Scientists and Engineers: A Strategic Approach with Modern Physics (3rd Edition)

Published by Pearson
ISBN 10: 0321740904
ISBN 13: 978-0-32174-090-8

Chapter 2 - Kinematics in One Dimension - Conceptual Questions - Page 62: 2

Answer

In the 100-m race, an athlete started running at the start line by speeding up to his maximum speed. He reached his maximum speed of 30 m/s after 5 seconds. He runs at this speed for extra 4 seconds to the end of the race. He finished his race in 9 seconds only which seems to be a great record.

Work Step by Step

In the 100-m race, an athlete started running at the start line by speeding up to his maximum speed. He reached his maximum speed of 30 m/s after 5 seconds. He runs at this speed for extra 4 seconds to the end of the race. He finished his race in 9 seconds only which seems to be a great record.
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