PHYS 212 FOR SCI+ENG W/MAST PHYS >ICP<
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Chapter 1, Problem 7CQ
Determine the signs (positive, negative, or zero) of the position, velocity, and acceleration for the particle in FIGURE Q1.7.
FIGURE Q1.7
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PHYS 212 FOR SCI+ENG W/MAST PHYS >ICP<
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