How far did the car travel in that time?

In summary, the distance traveled by a car can be calculated by multiplying its speed by the time it traveled. The formula for this calculation is Distance = Speed x Time. External factors such as road conditions, traffic, and weather can affect the distance traveled by a car. The distance can be measured in miles, kilometers, or any other unit of length. The accuracy of the calculation depends on the accuracy of the speed and time measurements. Small errors in these measurements can result in larger inaccuracies in the distance calculation.
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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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Please do not post the same question in both "k-12" and "college"!
 

1. How do you calculate the distance traveled by a car in a given time?

The distance traveled by a car can be calculated by multiplying the speed of the car by the time it traveled.

2. What is the formula for calculating distance traveled by a car?

The formula for calculating distance traveled by a car is: Distance = Speed x Time

3. Can the distance traveled by a car be affected by external factors?

Yes, the distance traveled by a car can be affected by external factors such as road conditions, traffic, and weather.

4. Is the distance traveled by a car always measured in miles or kilometers?

The distance traveled by a car can be measured in miles, kilometers, or any other unit of length, depending on the preference of the person measuring it.

5. How accurate is the calculation of distance traveled by a car?

The accuracy of the calculation of distance traveled by a car depends on the accuracy of the speed and time measurements. Small errors in these measurements can result in larger inaccuracies in the distance calculation.

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