The position of a particle is given by metres

MATHEMATICS · Single correct · AP · Calculus AB · Contextual Applications of Differentiation · Contextual Applications of Differentiation

Problem

The position of a particle is given by

s(t)=5t^{2}-2t+1

metres. Calculate its instantaneous velocity (in m/s) at

t=3

s. (a)

32\ \text{m/s}

(b)

26\ \text{m/s}

(c)

28\ \text{m/s}

(d)

14\ \text{m/s}