Distance Traveled from Rest
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An object starts from rest and accelerates in a straight line at a constant 3 m/s2 for 4 s. What distance does it travel?
- A12 m
- B18 m
- C24 m
- D48 m
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Answer: C. 24 m
Use s = v₀t + ½at². Since v₀ = 0, s = ½(3)(4²) = 24 m.
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