Q.

A car accelerates  from rest at a constant rate of 2m/s2 for some time. Then it retards at a constant rate of 4m/s2 and comes to rest. It remains in motion for 6 see.

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a

It travelled a total distance of 24m

b

It travelled  a total distance of 18m

c

Its maximum speed is 6m/s

d

Its maximum speed is 8m/s

answer is A, C.

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Detailed Solution

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Maximum speed

vmax=αβtα+β α and β are the acceleration and retardation of the body

vmax=2×46×6=8 m/s

total distance travelled

s=12αβα+βt2

s=122×4636=24 m

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