Simplifying Acceleration Calculations

Simplifying Acceleration Calculations

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Physics, Science, Engineering, Architecture

10th Grade - University

Practice Problem

Easy

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This video tutorial explains how to calculate acceleration, emphasizing the formula A = (VF - VI) / T, where VF is final velocity and VI is initial velocity. It covers three examples: a roller coaster speeding up, a car decelerating to a stop, and solving for final velocity. The tutorial highlights the importance of understanding the sign of acceleration and provides step-by-step calculations for each scenario.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the formula for calculating acceleration?

A = VI - VF / T

A = VF - VI / T

A = VF + VI / T

A = VF * VI / T

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In the roller coaster example, what is the car's acceleration if it starts at 4 m/s and reaches 27 m/s in 5.2 seconds?

3.42 m/s²

6.42 m/s²

4.42 m/s²

5.42 m/s²

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does a negative acceleration indicate in the context of the car stopping for a red light?

The car is moving at a constant speed.

The car is changing direction.

The car is speeding up.

The car is slowing down.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

If Jimmy accelerates at 1.8 m/s² for 6.3 seconds starting from 1.2 m/s, what is his final velocity?

11.34 m/s

13.54 m/s

14.54 m/s

12.34 m/s

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the initial velocity of Jimmy in the final example?

1.4 m/s

1.2 m/s

1.0 m/s

0.8 m/s

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