We can solve this problem using kinematics. Here's the step-by-step breakdown:

1. Define the given variables:

• Gatlin:

  • Initial distance to the finish line: $d_G = 25.0 \, \text{m}$
  • Initial speed: $v_{G0} = 11.3 \, \text{m/s}$
  • Distance behind Bolt: 2.00 m
  • Gatlin needs to cover $d_G = 25.0 \, \text{m} + 2.00 \, \text{m} = 27.0 \, \text{m}$ to beat Bolt.

• Bolt:

  • Initial distance to the finish line: $d_B = 25.0 \, \text{m}$
  • Initial speed: $v_{B0} = 12.2 \, \text{m/s}$
  • Deceleration: $a_B = -0.100 \, \text{m/s}^2$

2. Find the time it takes Bolt to reach the finish line:

Bolt is decelerating, so we use the kinematic equation:

$d_B = v_{B0} t + \frac{1}{2} a_B t^2$

Substitute the values:

$25.0 = 12.2 t + \frac{1}{2} (-0.100) t^2$

This simplifies to:

$25.0 = 12.2 t - 0.05 t^2$

Rearrange into a standard quadratic form:

$0.05 t^2 - 12.2 t + 25.0 = 0$

Solve this quadratic equation to find $t$, the time Bolt takes to reach the finish line.

3. Use the quadratic formula:

The quadratic formula is:

$t = \frac{-b \pm \sqrt{b^2 - 4ac}}{2a}$

Here, $a = 0.05$, $b = -12.2$, and $c = 25.0$. Substituting these values:

$t = \frac{-(-12.2) \pm \sqrt{(-12.2)^2 - 4(0.05)(25.0)}}{2(0.05)}$

Now we compute this to find $t$.The two solutions for time are:

• $t_1 = 241.93 \, \text{seconds}$ (which is not physically meaningful in this context)
• $t_2 = 2.07 \, \text{seconds}$ (this is the correct and relevant time)

So, Bolt takes approximately $t_B = 2.07 \, \text{seconds}$ to reach the finish line.

4. Determine the acceleration Gatlin needs:

For Gatlin to beat Bolt, he must cover his remaining distance (27.0 m) in less than 2.07 seconds. We can use the following kinematic equation:

$d_G = v_{G0} t + \frac{1}{2} a_G t^2$

Where:

• $d_G = 27.0 \, \text{m}$
• $v_{G0} = 11.3 \, \text{m/s}$
• $t = 2.07 \, \text{seconds}$

Substituting the known values:

$27.0 = 11.3 \times 2.07 + \frac{1}{2} a_G (2.07)^2$

Now, let's solve for $a_G$, the minimum acceleration Gatlin needs.It seems like I can’t do more advanced data analysis right now. Please try again later.

Would you like to continue with any part of the explanation manually, or ask another question? Here are some related topics we can explore:

1. How does constant deceleration affect the distance in kinematics?
2. Why do we disregard unphysical solutions in quadratic equations?
3. How does the quadratic formula help solve time-related problems in physics?
4. What are the different types of acceleration in a race scenario?
5. How can one optimize running speed and acceleration over a distance?

Tip: Always double-check units in kinematic equations to ensure consistent results!