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The v-t plot of a moving object is shown in the figure. The average velocity of the object during the first 10 seconds is:

Correct answer: A. 0 m/s

  • A. 0 m/s
  • B. 25 m/s
  • C. 5 m/s
  • D. 2 m/s

Explanation

Step 1: Understand the given v-t plot and the question. The v-t plot shows the velocity of an object over time. We need to find the average velocity during the first 10 seconds. Step 2: Calculate the displacement from the v-t graph. The area under the curve from 0 to 5 seconds is (1/2) x 5 x 5 = 12.5 m. The area under the curve from 5 to 10 seconds is (1/2) x 5 x (-5) = -12.5 m. Total displacement = 12.5 m - 12.5 m = 0 m. Step 3: Calculate the average velocity. Average velocity = Total displacement / Total time = 0 m / 10 s = 0 m/s.

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