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thats correct yeah. lucky girl
Not sure which formula to use for this problem
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The discussion revolves around a physics problem involving a woman traveling at 50 km/h who must stop before reaching a broken bridge 150 meters ahead. Key calculations include converting her speed to 13.8 m/s and factoring in a 1.4-second reaction time before deceleration at -2.3 m/s². The final calculations reveal that she stops within 41.4 meters, confirming she does not reach the bridge. The use of kinematic equations, particularly V² = V₀² + 2aD, is crucial for determining the stopping distance.
PREREQUISITES- Understanding of kinematic equations in physics
- Ability to convert units from km/h to m/s
- Knowledge of acceleration and deceleration concepts
- Familiarity with basic algebra for solving equations
- Study the application of kinematic equations in real-world scenarios
- Learn about the effects of reaction time on stopping distance
- Explore advanced topics in physics such as dynamics and motion analysis
- Practice solving similar problems involving deceleration and stopping distances
Students studying physics, educators teaching kinematics, and anyone interested in understanding motion and stopping distances in real-life situations.
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