12. max sprints forward 10 feet and then stops and sprints back 15 feet. use subtraction to explain where…
12. max sprints forward 10 feet and then stops and sprints back 15 feet. use subtraction to explain where max is relative to where he started.
Answer
Explanation:
Step1: Define forward and backward movement
Let forward movement be positive and backward be negative. Forward 10 feet is + 10, backward 15 feet is - 15.
Step2: Calculate the net displacement
We use the formula for net displacement $d=10+( - 15)$. $d = 10-15=-5$
Answer:
Max is 5 feet behind where he started.