Physics-(general)
NEET Physics (general) MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Easy-Class 11
Which of the following statements about stopping distance and speed is correct?
A
The stopping distance increases with the square of the initial speed.
B
Doubling the initial speed halves the stopping distance.
C
Stopping distance remains constant regardless of initial speed.
D
The stopping distance is directly proportional to the initial speed.
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
The stopping distance is proportional to the square of the initial velocity, meaning that if the initial speed is doubled, the stopping distance increases by a factor of four, as stated in the NCERT context.
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