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Problem: Usain Bolt can run the 100 m dash in 9.58s. Assuming his acceleration is constant during the sprint, what speed would Usain cross the finish line at?

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Usain Bolt can run the 100 m dash in 9.58s. Assuming his acceleration is constant during the sprint, what speed would Usain cross the finish line at?

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