A Bicyclist Starts a Timed Race at 6

question 15

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)30 mi/h
• C)24 mi/h
• D)42 mi/h

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