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Motion in a Straight Line: Mixed Motion Concepts MCQ

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Mixed Motion ConceptsMediumQuestion 5247

Question

A body accelerates from rest to 10 m/s in 5 s, then decelerates to rest in 10 s. The total distance is:
  1. A
    75 m
    Correct
  2. B
    125 m
  3. C
    100 m
  4. D
    25 m

Correct answer

75 m

Explanation

Phase 1: s₁ = ½(0+10)(5) = 25 m. Phase 2: s₂ = ½(10+0)(10) = 50 m. Total = 75 m.