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PHY 101 PHY 101 Past Questions Objective Question

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A train changes its position (x) as a function of time (t) as follows: x = 20 + 5.0t, with x in meters. Find the instantaneous velocity at time t = 3.0 s.
Options
A 15 m/s
Correct Answer
B 25 m/s
C 30 m/s
D 40 m/s
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

v = dx/dt = 5.0 m/s (constant). At any time, velocity is 5 m/s.

Hint

Velocity is derivative of position.

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