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Matt_rb
Object A starts from the origin velocity 3 m/s and object B starts from the same place with the velocity 5 m/s, 6 seconds later. When will B Catch up with A?
Two object leave the same point with different speeds
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The problem involves two objects, A and B, which leave the same point with different velocities and at different times. Object A has a velocity of 3 m/s and starts from the origin, while object B has a velocity of 5 m/s and starts 6 seconds later. The question posed is when object B will catch up to object A.
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BvU
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Hello Matt, 
PF culture wants (actually: dictates) you to use the template (all three, so to say) before we can help you...
PF culture wants (actually: dictates) you to use the template (all three, so to say) before we can help you...
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Matt_rb said:
Besides needing to use the template (as BvU has suggested) you are also required to attempt the problem on your own and to show your work.
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As others have said, Please repost and fill out the Homework Help Template you are provided when starting a new thread in the schoolwork forums. That includes the section on the Relevant Equations, and showing your Attempt at the Solution.Matt_rb said:
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