A body moves with initial velocity and constant retardation until it stops

PHYSICS · Subjective · A Level · Physics · Mechanics and materials · Mechanics and materials

Problem

A body moves with initial velocity u>0u>0 and constant retardation a>0a>0 until it stops. Divide the motion into two equal distances. Compare the times for the first and second halves and explain which one is longer and why.

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