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A rocket sled accelerates forward from 10 m/s to 50 m/s in 2 seconds. What is the acceleration of the sled?​

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Answer:

Step-by-step explanation:

Use kinematics equations

You have Vi=10m/s and Vf=50m/s and t=2s

Use equation Vf=Vo+at 50=10+a(2)

50=10+2a

40=2a

a=20 m/s^2

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