Constant Acceleration Kinematics: A jet plane is launched from a catapult on an aircraft carrier. In 2.0 s it reaches a speed of 42 m/s at the end of the catapult. Assuming the acceleration is constant, how far did it travel during those 2.0 s?

A. 16 m
B. 24 m
C. 42 m
D. 84 m


Answer: C

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