Mathematics 9709 · AS & A Level · Kinematics of motion in a straight line

Kinematics of motion in a straight line — practice question

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A particle is set off from point $O$ and travels along a straight line. Its velocity $t\,\text{s}$ after leaving $O$ is $(1.2t - 0.12t^2)\,\text{m s}^{-1}$. Find the displacement of the particle from $O$ when its acceleration is $0.6\,\text{m s}^{-2}$.

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This 5-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme. One marking point: Apply $a = \frac{dv}{dt}$ and set up $1.2 - 0.24t = 0.6$ to solve for $t$

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