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In Physics / High School | 2014-06-09

What is the acceleration of a car that travels in a straight line at a constant speed?

Asked by bourqca17

Answer (3)

That's exactly the definition of zero acceleration ... no change in speed or direction.

Answered by AL2006 | 2024-06-10

If the object travels in straight lines and has constant speed then there is no acceleration. That means zero acceleration.

Answered by sairah | 2024-06-10

The acceleration of a car traveling in a straight line at a constant speed is zero, as there is no change in speed or direction. Since acceleration is defined as a change in velocity, and in this case there is none, the car maintains a constant velocity. Thus, the acceleration can be mathematically expressed as 0 m/s².
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Answered by AL2006 | 2024-10-10