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Write the formula for the distance travelled in nth second.

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The formula for the distance traveled in the nth second of motion, assuming uniform acceleration, is given by:

Distance Formula

To calculate the distance covered during the nth second, you can use the following equation:

Formula

sn = u + (1/2) a (2n - 1)

Where:

  • sn = distance traveled in the nth second
  • u = initial velocity (m/s)
  • a = acceleration (m/s²)
  • n = the nth second

This formula helps you determine how far an object moves during a specific second when it is accelerating. It combines the initial speed and the effect of acceleration over that time interval.