Answer:
D) 25 m/s
Explanation:
In order to solve this problem we must use the following kinematics equation.
where:
Vf = final speed [m/s]
Vi = initial speed = 0
a = acceleration = 5[m/s^2]
t = time = 5[s]
After 5 seconds the acceleration is equal to 5 [m/s^2]
Now replacing the values in the equation:
Vf = 0 + (5*5)
Vf = 25[m/s]
The work done by the engine is converted into kinetic energy of the motorbike+rider system:
where
W=6400 J is the work
m=200 kg is the mass of the system
v is the speed acquired by the motorbike
Rearranging the equation and substituting the numbers in, we find