Over a time interval of 2.16 years, the velocity of a planet orbiting a distant star reverses

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Over a time interval of 2.16 years, the velocity of a planet orbiting a distant star reverses direction, changing from +20.9 km/s to -18.5 km/s. Find

(a) The total change in the planet's velocity (in m/s) and

(b) Its average acceleration (in m/s2) during this interval. Include the correct algebraic sign with your answers to convey the directions of the velocity and the acceleration?

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Physics

ISBN: 978-1118486894

10th edition

Authors: David Young, Shane Stadler

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