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CHM 101 CHM 101 Past Questions Objective Question

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Calculate the kinetic energy of a 75.0 kg runner moving at a constant speed of 1.78 m/s.
Options
A 66.8 J
B 119 J
Correct Answer
C 133.5 J
D 238 J
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Kinetic energy is calculated via Ek = 0.5 * m * v^2 = 0.5 * 75.0 * (1.78)^2 = 118.8 J, or 119 J to three significant figures.

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