The position, x, of an object is given by the equation x = A + Bt +Ct², where t refers to time. What are the dimensions of A, B, and C? A) distance, distance, distance B) distance, time, time C) distance, time, time² D) distance, distance/time, distance/time² E) distance/time, distance/time², distance/time³

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A has dimensions of distance, B has dimensions of distance/time, and C has dimensions of distance/time² to ensure the equation is dimensionally consistent with position (distance).

The Position, X, of an Object Is Given by the Equation