Kinematic Functions Problem Set K7-K9
Kinematic Functions Problem Set K7-K9
K7: Determine when functions of position, velocity, or acceleration are zero, or achieve their maximum or
minimum values.
1. Determine the zeroes, mins, and maxes of the 3 kinematic functions given one function.
a. x ( t )=2 t 2−3 t
b. v ( t )=2 t+5 , x 0=4 m
c. a ( t )=−6 , v 0=3 m/s , x 0=−2 m
K8: Create an expression for a kinematic quantity given information in a problem and sketch graphs of these
equations.
1. A ball is given a push and starts rolling with an initial velocity of 3 m/s. Friction slows it down at a constant
acceleration of -0.5 m/s2 until it stops. Sketch a graph of position, velocity, and acceleration for this period
of time.
K9: Apply the equations of motion involving constant acceleration in one-dimensional motion.