Concepts Of Physics MCQ Edition [Volume 1]PhysicsRest and Motion Kinematics
A bullet travelling with a velocity of 16 m/s penetrates a tree trunk and comes to rest in 0.4 m . Determine the time taken during the retardation in seconds.
Options
- A0.10
- B0.05
- C0.025
- D0.40
Correct answer
B. 0.05
Step-by-step solution
Initial velocity, u = 16 m/s Final velocity, v = 0 m/s Distance covered, s = 0.4 m Using the equation of motion s = ( u + v 2 )t : 0.4 = ( 16 + 0 2 )t 0.4 = 8t t = 0.4 8 = 0.05 s