The Maker of an Automobile Advertises That It Takes 11

question 53

Multiple Choice

The maker of an automobile advertises that it takes 11 seconds to accelerate from 30 kilometers per hour to 75 kilometers per hour. Assuming constant acceleration, compute the acceleration in meters per second per second. Round your answer to three decimal places.

• A)1.250 m/sec²
• B)2.652 m/sec²
• C)2.917 m/sec²
• D)2.557 m/sec²
• E)1.136 m/sec²

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Definitions:

Internal Oblique

A muscle within the abdominal wall that acts in trunk rotation and lateral flexion, also aiding in respiration.

Transversus Thoracis

A muscle within the chest that plays a role in the movement of the thoracic cage.

External Intercostals

The external intercostal muscles are located between the ribs and help with the mechanics of breathing by elevating the ribs during inhalation.

Elevates the Ribs

Refers to the action of certain muscles, such as the intercostal muscles, which increase the volume of the thoracic cavity during inhalation.