The figure below shows an approximate velocity-time graph for a vehicle.

      

The figure below shows an approximate velocity-time graph for a vehicle.

Using the graph, determine;
a. The value of the acceleration in region BC
b. The total distance travelled
c. The average velocity for the whole journey

  

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