Math Problem Statement
Solution
The problem appears to be in Indonesian, and here's a translated version:
- A train accelerates at 2 m/s² for some time from rest, then decelerates with a deceleration of 4 m/s² until it comes to a stop. The total distance covered by the train is:
A. 50 m
B. 100 m
C. 150 m
D. 200 m
E. 250 m
Let's solve this step by step:
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Acceleration Phase:
- Initial velocity, (starting from rest)
- Acceleration,
- Let be the time during which the train accelerates
The velocity after time is given by:
The distance traveled during acceleration is:
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Deceleration Phase:
- Initial velocity,
- Deceleration, (negative because it's decelerating)
- Final velocity, (the train comes to a stop)
Using the equation , we find the distance during deceleration:
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Total Distance:
To find the total distance , we need to use the choices to match to a given answer. If , then:
Thus, the answer is C. 150 m.
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Related Questions:
- What if the acceleration was different, how would it change the total distance?
- How does the deceleration affect the total time taken for the journey?
- What would be the result if the initial speed was not zero?
- How do we calculate the distance if the acceleration and deceleration were different in magnitude?
- Why does the equation for distance use acceleration squared?
Tip:
Remember to keep track of signs in acceleration problems, as positive and negative values represent different directions (acceleration vs. deceleration).
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Kinematics
Acceleration
Deceleration
Formulas
v = u + at (final velocity)
s = ut + 0.5at² (distance during acceleration)
v² = u² + 2as (distance during deceleration)
Theorems
Equations of motion
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 9-11
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