Distance traveled (DeltaD) and acceleration

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Homework Help Overview

The discussion revolves around the effects of acceleration on the distance traveled by an object over a specified time interval. Participants are exploring the implications of uniform acceleration and the conditions under which distance changes.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Assumption checking, Conceptual clarification

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • Participants are questioning the original poster's understanding of the problem, particularly regarding the nature of acceleration (uniform vs. variable) and its impact on distance. There are inquiries about the assumptions made in the problem statement and requests for clarification on the coursework context.

Discussion Status

The discussion is ongoing, with participants seeking more information to better understand the problem. Some have provided guidance on the need for clarity regarding the type of acceleration and its relationship to distance, while others emphasize the importance of attempting the problem before seeking help.

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There is a noted lack of specific information regarding the nature of the acceleration and whether it is constant or variable, which is crucial for addressing the original question effectively.

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Homework Statement



What happens to the distance traveled in the same amount of time as an object accelerates?

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DracoMalfoy said:

Homework Statement



What happens to the distance traveled in the same amount of time as an object accelerates?

Homework Equations


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The Attempt at a Solution


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Could you reword the problem statement? I really don't quite know what you are asking.

Are you trying to find change in distance, \Delta x, for a given change in time, \Delta t, under uniform acceleration?

I have a couple other questions. Is my assumption correct that the acceleration is uniform (i.e., constant)? Is your coursework calculus based?

Please show us your work so far in your attempted solution.
 
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DracoMalfoy said:

Homework Statement



What happens to the distance traveled in the same amount of time as an object accelerates?

Homework Equations


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The Attempt at a Solution


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That depends on many things you have not stated. For example, if the acceleration is in the same direction as the velocity, then the distance traveled will be positive. We cannot say much more than that until you tell use more about the acceleration. Is it constant? Does it depend on the current distance? Does it depend explicitly on time in some unspecified way?
 
DracoMalfoy said:

Homework Statement



What happens to the distance traveled in the same amount of time as an object accelerates?

Homework Equations


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The Attempt at a Solution


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Forum rules say you should at least attempt the problem.

What don't you understand about it?

Do you know what accelerate means?
 

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