WAEC Further Mathematics 2015 Question 38

Question 38

Dynamics

A 24 N force acts on a body such that it changes its velocity from 5 ms−1 to 9 ms−1 in 2 seconds. If the body is travelling in a straight line, calculate the distance covered during the period.

  1. A.22 m
  2. B.18 m
  3. C.14 m
  4. D.10 m
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Answer: C (14 m)

Explanation

s = ½(u + v)t = ½(5 + 9)(2) = 14 m.