Question: A car moving at 30 m/s applies brakes and comes to a stop in 6 seconds. What is the distance covered during braking? (2023)
Options:
Correct Answer: 120 m
Solution:
Using the formula: distance = initial velocity * time + 0.5 * acceleration * time^2. Here, acceleration = (0 - 30) / 6 = -5 m/s². Distance = 30 * 6 + 0.5 * (-5) * 6^2 = 180 - 90 = 90 m.