Math Problem Statement

A bicyclist steadily speeds up from rest to 8.00 m/s during a 4.60-second time interval. Determine the magnitude of the bicyclist's acceleration and the distance traveled during this time.

Solution

From the image, the question involves calculating:

  1. The acceleration of a bicyclist starting from rest and reaching a speed of 8.00m/s8.00 \, \text{m/s} in 4.60s4.60 \, \text{s}.
  2. The distance traveled during that time.

Step 1: Find Acceleration

The formula for acceleration (aa) is: a=ΔvΔta = \frac{\Delta v}{\Delta t} Where:

  • Δv=vfvi=8.00m/s0.00m/s=8.00m/s\Delta v = v_f - v_i = 8.00 \, \text{m/s} - 0.00 \, \text{m/s} = 8.00 \, \text{m/s}
  • Δt=4.60s\Delta t = 4.60 \, \text{s}

Substitute: a=8.004.60=1.74m/s2a = \frac{8.00}{4.60} = 1.74 \, \text{m/s}^2

Step 2: Find Distance Traveled

The formula for distance (dd) under constant acceleration is: d=vit+12at2d = v_i t + \frac{1}{2} a t^2 Where:

  • vi=0m/sv_i = 0 \, \text{m/s} (initial velocity)
  • a=1.74m/s2a = 1.74 \, \text{m/s}^2
  • t=4.60st = 4.60 \, \text{s}

Substitute: d=0+12(1.74)(4.60)2d = 0 + \frac{1}{2} (1.74)(4.60)^2 d=0.87(21.16)d = 0.87 (21.16) d=18.41md = 18.41 \, \text{m}

Final Answers:

  1. Acceleration: 1.74m/s21.74 \, \text{m/s}^2
  2. Distance: 18.41m18.41 \, \text{m}

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5 Related Questions:

  1. How does the formula for distance change if initial velocity is nonzero?
  2. What is the relationship between acceleration and velocity for uniformly accelerated motion?
  3. If the acceleration doubled, how would the distance traveled change?
  4. Can this method be applied if the acceleration varies over time?
  5. What is the equation for finding time when only distance and acceleration are given?

Tip:

Always check units during calculations to ensure consistency and accuracy.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Kinematics
Uniform Acceleration

Formulas

a = Δv / Δt
d = v_i * t + (1/2) * a * t^2

Theorems

Equation of motion for constant acceleration

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-10