A Mouse Is Running Away from a Cat at a Speed

question 62

Multiple Choice

A mouse is running away from a cat at a speed of 0.75 m/s. At a distance of 1.25 m from his mouse hole, the mouse accelerates at a constant rate until he reaches his hole safely, 0.75 s later. What was the mouse's acceleration during the final 1.25 m of his escape?

• A) 1.8 m/s²
• B) 1.2 m/s²
• C) 4.8 m/s²
• D) 2.4 m/s²
• E) 6.4 m/s²

---

Definitions:

Transference

In psychoanalysis, the process by which emotions and desires originally associated with one person are unconsciously shifted to another person.

Mate Selection

The process by which individuals choose their partners based on various factors including, but not limited to, physical attractiveness, personality traits, and socio-economic status.

Mere Exposure Effect

A psychological phenomenon where people tend to develop a preference for things merely because they are familiar with them.

Initially Disliked

Refers to a negative first impression or initial negative feelings towards a person, object, or idea.