1. Understand the Variables
* Initial velocity (v₀): 0 m/s (starts from rest)
* Final velocity (v): 25 m/s
* Acceleration (a): 2.5 m/s²
* Distance (Δx): This is what we need to find.
2. Choose the Right Equation
We can use one of the following equations of motion:
* v² = v₀² + 2aΔx (This is the most convenient equation in this case)
3. Plug in the Values
* (25 m/s)² = (0 m/s)² + 2 (2.5 m/s²) Δx
4. Solve for Δx
* 625 m²/s² = 5 m/s² Δx
* Δx = 625 m²/s² / 5 m/s²
* Δx = 125 meters
Answer: The car travels 125 meters while accelerating.