Physics for Scientists and Engineers 3E by R. Knight, C1E&P21


Draw a pictorial representation for the following problem. Do not solve the problem. The light turns green, and a bicyclist starts forward with an acceleration of 1.5 m/s2. How far must she travel to reach a speed of 7.5 m/s.


Solution:

Visualize

The bicycle move forward with an acceleration of 1.5 m/s2. Thus, the velocity will increase by 1.5 m/s each second of motion.

Answer for Problem 1.21 Physics for Scientists and Engineers Third Edition by Randall Knight