The Position of an Object as a Function of Time

question 41

Multiple Choice

The position of an object as a function of time is given in meters by x = (at + bt²) + (ct) . What is its velocity as a function of time?

• A) v = (a + b) + (c)
• B) v = (a + 2b) + (c)
• C) v = (a + 2bt) + (c)
• D) v = b
• E) v = 2b

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