The position of an object is given by   where t is in seconds. At t = 2.0 s, what is the magnitude of the particle's acceleration?

A. 0 m/s2
B. 2.0 m/s2
C. 17 m/s2
D. 36 m/s2
E. 72 m/s2


Answer: E

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