How far did the car travel in that time?

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To determine how far the car traveled while slowing down from 26.0 m/s to rest in 4.50 seconds, it's essential to know the nature of the deceleration. If the deceleration is constant, the rate can be calculated, allowing the use of the distance formula for constant acceleration. Without this information, the question cannot be accurately answered. Additionally, it's advised not to post the same question in multiple categories. Understanding the specifics of the deceleration is crucial for solving the problem.
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A car slows down from a speed of 26.0 m/s to rest in 4.50 s. How far did it travel in that time?
Iam not sure how to solve this
 
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You can't answer that question without knowing how the car slows down, unless you happen to know it is deacceleration at a constant rate. In that case, you can calculate the rate of acceleration and apply the formula for distance traveled under constant acceleration.
 
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