Math Problem Statement
A careless driver realizes they are about to hit an adorable puppy dog and hits their brakes, stopping over 61m in 4.8s. What was their initial velocity?
Solution
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Kinematics
Uniform Acceleration
Equations of Motion
Formulas
v_f = v_i + a * t
d = v_i * t + (1/2) * a * t^2
Theorems
Kinematic equations of motion for uniformly accelerated motion
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 10-12
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