The discussion centers on calculating the distance traveled while distracted by a phone while driving at a speed of 36 m/s (80 mph). The solution provided uses the formula V = s/t, leading to a distance of 72 meters during a 2-second distraction. The conversion to miles yields approximately 0.0447 miles. The calculation is confirmed as accurate by participants in the forum.
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72 m is correct.Julie said:Homework Statement
If you are driving 36m/s (80mph) along a straight road and you look at your phone for two seconds, how far did you travel during this inattentive period?
Homework Equations
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The Attempt at a Solution
V= s/t s=vt (36)(2) = 72 meters or 72(0.000621371192) = 0.044738725824 mile[/B]