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Modelling motion — Question 228

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QUESTION 228 (5 marks)

A 2 kg particle moves in positive x under resultant force F(x)=6x N, starting from rest at x=1 m.
a)
Determine its speed for x≥1x\ge1.
[3 marks]
b)
Find speed and acceleration at x=2 m.
[2 marks]
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