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Chapter 2, Problem 5DQ(choose chapter or problem)
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Problem 5DQ
Is it possible for an object to be (a) slowing down while its acceleration is increasing in magnitude; (b) speeding up while its acceleration is decreasing? In both cases, explain your reasoning.
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QUESTION:
Problem 5DQ
Is it possible for an object to be (a) slowing down while its acceleration is increasing in magnitude; (b) speeding up while its acceleration is decreasing? In both cases, explain your reasoning.
ANSWER:
Solution 5DQ
(a) The object is slowing down., So, its acceleration will decrease in the direction of its motion. But the same will be increasing in the direction opposite to the object’s motion. So, this situation is possible.