219k views
3 votes
1. A train is traveling on a straight section of track at constant speed. In 60

seconds it covers a distance of 1800 meters. What is the speed of the
train?

2 Answers

0 votes

When an object travels at a constant speed with zero acceleration it is known as uniform rectilinear motion. Then its velocity is given by:

v = d / t

Where d is distance and t is time. Evaluating:

v = 1800 m / 60 s

v = 30 m/s

User Troy Turley
by
5.8k points
4 votes

Answer:

30 mph

Step-by-step explanation:

1800 divided by 60

User Dougwoodrow
by
5.4k points