Physics Sec Sample Paper I Worksheet - University Of Malta, 2012 Page 5

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4.
A rhinoceros is running in the open savannah in search of water. Diagram 5
shows how its velocity varies with time.
velocity
(m/s)
Diagram 5
0
time (s)
(a)
Use the graph to describe the motion of the rhinoceros between:
O and A
A and B
B and C
(3)
(b)
How can you use the graph to work out the total distance travelled by the
rhinoceros?
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(1)
(c)
Calculate the total distance travelled by the rhinoceros.
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_____________________________________________________________________
(2)
(d)
Compare the distance travelled during OA to that travelled during BC. Explain
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_____________________________________________________________________
(2)
(e)
Calculate the average speed of the rhinoceros in m/s.
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(2)
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