PHYS 212 FOR SCI+ENG W/MAST PHYS >ICP<
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Author: Knight
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Chapter 2, Problem 39EAP
A particle’s velocity is described by the function vx= (t2+ 10) m/s, where t is in s.
a. At what limes does the particle reach its turning points?
b. What is the particle’s acceleration a each of the turning points?
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