A cyclist starts west of fountain

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

Problem

A cyclist starts 4 m4\,\text{m} west of fountain FF. He rides 10 m10\,\text{m} east. From that instant, positions are measured from statue SS, located 3 m3\,\text{m} east of FF. The cyclist then rides another 6 m6\,\text{m} east. What is his total displacement with respect to statue SS? (a) +12 m+12\,\text{m} (b) −16 m-16\,\text{m} (c) +16 m+16\,\text{m} (d) +9 m+9\,\text{m}

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