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Ch. 3 - Derivatives
Briggs - Calculus: Early Transcendentals 3rd Edition
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Capitolo 3, Problema 3

The function s(t)s(t) represents the position of an object at time t moving along a line. Suppose s(2)=136s(2)=136 and s(3)=156s(3)=156 . Find the average velocity of the object over the interval of time [2,3][2, 3] .

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Identify the formula for average velocity over a time interval [a, b], which is given by the change in position divided by the change in time: \( v_{avg} = \frac{s(b) - s(a)}{b - a} \).
Substitute the given values into the formula. Here, \( a = 2 \) and \( b = 3 \), so the formula becomes \( v_{avg} = \frac{s(3) - s(2)}{3 - 2} \).
Use the provided position values: \( s(2) = 136 \) and \( s(3) = 156 \).
Substitute these values into the equation: \( v_{avg} = \frac{156 - 136}{3 - 2} \).
Simplify the expression to find the average velocity: \( v_{avg} = \frac{20}{1} \).

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Position Function

The position function, denoted as s(t), describes the location of an object along a line at a specific time t. It provides a mathematical representation of the object's movement, allowing us to analyze its behavior over time. Understanding this function is crucial for determining other properties, such as velocity and acceleration.
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Average Velocity

Average velocity is defined as the change in position divided by the change in time over a specific interval. Mathematically, it is calculated using the formula (s(b) - s(a)) / (b - a), where [a, b] is the time interval. This concept is essential for understanding how fast an object is moving on average during that time period.
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Interval Notation

Interval notation is a mathematical way to represent a range of values, often used to specify the domain of a function or the limits of integration. In this context, the interval [2, 3] indicates that we are considering the time from t = 2 to t = 3, inclusive. Recognizing how to interpret and use interval notation is important for solving problems related to motion and calculus.
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