Math Problem Statement

An object starting from rest accelerates at a rate of 3.0 meters/seconds squared for 6.0 seconds. The velocity of the object at the end of this time is:

Solution

Problem Breakdown:

We are tasked with finding the velocity of an object that starts from rest and accelerates at a constant rate for a given time.


Key Information:

  1. Initial velocity (v0v_0): 0m/s0 \, \text{m/s} (starts from rest).
  2. Acceleration (aa): 3.0m/s23.0 \, \text{m/s}^2.
  3. Time (tt): 6.0seconds6.0 \, \text{seconds}.
  4. Formula for velocity under constant acceleration:
    v=v0+atv = v_0 + a \cdot t

Substitution:

v=0m/s+(3.0m/s2)(6.0s)v = 0 \, \text{m/s} + (3.0 \, \text{m/s}^2)(6.0 \, \text{s}) v=18.0m/sv = 18.0 \, \text{m/s}


Final Answer:

The velocity of the object at the end of 6.0s6.0 \, \text{s} is:
18.0m/s\boxed{18.0 \, \text{m/s}}


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Here are 5 related questions for further exploration:

  1. What would the final velocity be if the acceleration were 5.0m/s25.0 \, \text{m/s}^2?
  2. How would the velocity change if the object had an initial velocity of 2.0m/s2.0 \, \text{m/s}?
  3. What is the displacement of the object over 6.0s6.0 \, \text{s} under these conditions?
  4. How does the time of acceleration affect the final velocity?
  5. If the acceleration is halved, how does it affect the velocity after 6.0s6.0 \, \text{s}?

Tip: Always identify whether the problem involves constant or changing acceleration before selecting a formula.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Kinematics
Linear Motion
Acceleration

Formulas

v = v0 + a * t

Theorems

Laws of Motion

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12