Four vehicles are traveling on the same road. Which vehicle most likely has the greatest kinetic energy?

Kinetic energy is calculated as KE = ½mv², so it increases with both mass and the square of speed. The pickup truck is likely heavier than the other vehicles, and at 25 m/s it is moving faster than the compact car and minivan. Compared with the motorcycle at the same speed, the pickup truck’s greater mass gives it greater kinetic energy. Therefore, the pickup truck traveling at 25 m/s is the most likely choice.

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