A particle moving in a straight line has the velocity-displacement equation

PHYSICS · Single correct · AP · Physics 1: Algebra-based · Kinematics · Kinematics

Problem

v=5\sqrt{1+s}

, where

v

is in

\text{m s}^{-1}

and

s

is in metres. Select the correct alternative. (1) Particle is initially at rest. (2) Initially, the velocity of the particle is

5\text{ m s}^{-1}

and the particle has a constant acceleration of

12.5\text{ m s}^{-2}

. (3) Particle moves with a uniform velocity. (4) None of the above.