How Fast Does a Dragster Accelerate?

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The discussion focuses on calculating the average acceleration of a dragster that accelerates from rest to 25 m/s in 0.61 seconds. The relevant kinematic equation is identified as v = v₀ + at, where v₀ is the initial velocity, v is the final velocity, and t is the time. Participants confirm the values for time and velocities, guiding towards the correct application of the equation. A link to HyperPhysics is provided for further clarification on acceleration definitions and equations. The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding constant acceleration in solving the problem.
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A dragser and a driver together have a mass 905.5 the dragster, starting at rest, attains a speed of 25 m/s in .61s. find the average acceleration of the dragster during the time interval. answer in units of m/s.

ok I am assuming we have 3 variable for a kinematic equation t=.61s, v.=0, and v=25m/s so i would solve for acceleration using v=v.+at ... right? If not I need some help please.
 
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v=v.+at is correct, as is t=.61s, v.=0, and v=25m/s, which gives . . .

See the definition of acceleration here -

http://hyperphysics.phy-astr.gsu.edu/hbase/acca.html

Use the link "Motion equations when acceleration is constant" to see equations for 'constant' acceleration.
 

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