Physics for Scientists and Engineers: A Strategic Approach, Vol. 1 (Chs 1-21) (4th Edition)
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Author: Randall D. Knight (Professor Emeritus)
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Chapter 2, Problem 35EAP
The position of a particle is given by the function x = (2t3- 9t2+ 12) m, where t is in s. a. At what time or times is vx= 0 m/s?
b. What are the particle’s position and its acceleration at this time(s)?
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