A particle moves in a straight line according to the law S=(t^3)-40t where S is in m. and t in seconds. When t=5 sec. Compute its velocity.
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The position \( S \) as a function of time \( t \) is given by: \[ S(t) = t^3 - 40t \] Show more…
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