The Coordinate of an Object Is Given as a Function

question 56

Multiple Choice

The coordinate of an object is given as a function of time by x = 7t - 3t², where x is in meters and t is in seconds. Its average velocity over the interval from t = 0 to t = 2 s is:

• A) 5 m/s
• B) -5 m/s
• C) 11 m/s
• D) -11 m/s
• E) -14.5 m/s

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