A satellite's velocity is 30000m/s. After 60 secs, it's velocity shows to 15000m/a. What is the satellite's acceleration?

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Guadalupe Robertson

9 September, 16:21

A satellite's velocity is 30000m/s. After 60 secs, it's velocity shows to 15000m/a. What is the satellite's acceleration?

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Patricia Hughes · Answer 1

Acceleration = 9 * 10^5 m/s^2 (deceleration)

Explanation:

From the first equation of motion:

V = u + at

15000 = 30000 + 60a

a = (15000-30000) / 60

a = 9 * 10^5 m/s^2