Physics-Speed & Velocity

NEET Physics Speed & Velocity MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-numerical-Hard-Class 11

A car is traveling at an initial velocity of 20 m/s. If the car stops with a constant deceleration and comes to rest after traveling a stopping distance of 34 m, what was the magnitude of the car's deceleration?

A

5.88 m/s²

B

94 m/s²

C

10.00 m/s²

D

40 m/s²

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

Using the equation v² = v₀² + 2ax with v = 0, v₀ = 20 m/s, and x = 34 m, solve for a: 0 = 20² + 2a(34), which gives a = -5.88 m/s². The negative sign indicates deceleration.

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