Physics-Speed & Velocity
NEET Physics Speed & Velocity MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-fact-Easy-Class 11
What is the relationship between stopping distance and initial velocity according to the laws of motion?
A
Stopping distance is proportional to the square of the initial velocity.
B
Stopping distance is proportional to the initial velocity.
C
Stopping distance is inversely proportional to the initial velocity.
D
Stopping distance is independent of the initial velocity.
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
The stopping distance is proportional to the square of the initial velocity, meaning that if the initial velocity is doubled, the stopping distance increases by a factor of four, as stated in the NCERT context.
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