How Do You Calculate Acceleration at Different Times from a Velocity-Time Graph?

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The discussion revolves around calculating acceleration at specific times based on a velocity-time graph of a car's motion. The scenario includes constant velocity, acceleration, and deceleration phases.

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  • The original poster attempts to determine acceleration at two different times based on the described motion phases. Some participants question the terminology used, specifically the meaning of "ax."

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A car travels at a constant velocity of +20 m/s for 5 seconds, than constantly accelerates up to + 40 m/s in 4 seconds. Then the car decelerates constantly until it reaches a velocity of 0 m/s, and rests for 1 second.

What is ax at t = 11 s? And what is ax at t = 3 seconds?

I'm sure if anyone could help me with either I would learn the process and be able to do the other by myself, thank you :)
 
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Isn't there a format for posing problems for which you need help?
 
LawrenceC said:
Isn't there a format for posing problems for which you need help?

Dunno, I just joined like an hour ago... chill xD

- & I figured out how to solve this :)
 
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what do you mean with ax? acceleration times position? or is it street lingo for acceleration?

kids these days..
 
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