Why is the dentist's velocity negative?
This physics problem tests your understanding of fundamental physical laws and their applications. The step-by-step solution below breaks down the problem using relevant equations and physical reasoning.
ScanSolve AI Answer
The dentist's velocity was negative because we defined the direction from the patient towards the dentist as the positive direction. Since the dentist is described as moving towards the patient, this movement is in the opposite direction to our chosen positive reference, hence the negative sign.
