If two objects start from rest and accelerate at the same rate for the same amount of time, they will have the same final velocity and displacement. However, if the question implies a comparison of capabilities where a car's potential acceleration is higher than a bicycle's, then the car will achieve a higher velocity. The phrasing "accelerate at the same rate" is problematic if option C is intended.
A car and bicycle start moving from rest. If both accelerate at the same rate, which of the following statements is true after 10 sec?
Asked in Paper I 6 · Topic: Mechanics (Newton's Laws of Motion and their applications)
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Answer: C. The car will have the higher velocity than the bicycle
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