The force-time (F-t) graph of a 10\text{ kg} moving object is shown below : What is the final speed of the object?

  1. A. 0
  2. B. 15\text{ m/s}
  3. C. 30\text{ m/s}
  4. D. 40\text{ m/s}

Correct Answer: D. 40\text{ m/s}

Explanation

The area under the force-time graph represents the impulse or change in momentum. The total area is 50 + 300 + 50 = 400\text{ N}\cdot\text{s}. Given m = 10\text{ kg}, the change in velocity is 400 / 10 = 40\text{ m/s}.

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