The masses of particle A, B, and C are given, with all three particles aligned linearly. The distances between them are noted. The gravitational forces are attractive, compounding when acting in the same direction. The effects on each particle are formulated based on their distances.
According to the principle of energy conservation, the engine's work in moving the scooter is converted into the scooter's kinetic energy, represented as:
Answer:
B. Truck X was ahead, not truck Y.
Explanation:
Let's analyze the information provided.
Truck X moved from the point (0,20) to (2.8,50). This indicates that it began at the 20th kilometer and reached 50 km in 2.8 hours. Thus, its speed is v1 = (s2 - s1) / t
v1 = (50 - 20) / 2.8
v1 = 10.7 km/h
Given that it started from the 20th km, it indeed had a head start. Since the line on the graph is linear, this shows its speed was constant without any change in direction.
On the other hand, Truck Y's movement went from the origin (0,0) to (5,20), meaning it took 5 hours to travel 20 km, resulting in a speed of v2 = 20 / 5
v2 = 4 km/h
Again, the straightness of its graph line signifies it maintained a constant speed in a single direction.
Thus, it is evident that Rosa erred in her assumption that Truck Y had a head start.
