The velocity of a particle moving along a straight line is given by (in meters per…

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

Problem

The velocity of a particle moving along a straight line is given by

v(t)=3t^{2}-12t+7

(in meters per second) for

1\le t\le4

. What is the particle’s average velocity on this interval? (a)

2\text{ m/s}

(b)

-6\text{ m/s}

(c)

-2\text{ m/s}

(d)

2.5\text{ m/s}