Physics (AS & A Level) · May / June 2016 · Paper 11 · Question 8

Two cars X and Y are positioned as shown at time $t = 0$. They are travelling in the same direction. X is 50 m behind Y and has a constant velocity of 30 m s$^{-1}$. Y has a constant velocity of 20 m s$^{-1}$. What is the value of $t$ when X is level with Y?

1. A1.0 s
2. B1.7 s
3. C2.5 s
4. D5.0 s

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