A Bicyclist Starts a Timed Race at 6

question 257

Multiple Choice

A bicyclist starts a timed race at 6.0 mi/h. In order to win, he must average 21 mi/h. Assuming constant acceleration from the start, how fast must he be traveling at the end of the race?

• A) 36 mi/h
• B) 42 mi/h
• C) 30 mi/h
• D) 24 mi/h

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