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A train moving west with an initial velocity of 20 m/s accelerates at 4 m/s2 for 10 seconds. During this time, the train moves a distance of meters.

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Answer:

400

Step-by-step explanation:

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Answer:

400 meters

Step-by-step explanation:

Given the Kinematic equation:

Distance = Initial velocity*time+0.5*acceleration*time^2

Distance = 20*10+0.5*4*10^2

Distance = 200 + 200

Distance = 400

There are 4 kinematic equations if you are currently taking physics 1 that you will need.

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