What was the final velocity of the running back at the time of the tackle?

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A highscool running back is handled them ball, breaks through the defensive line, constantly shifting directions, and accelerates 2.0 m/s. He runs for 5 seconds before being tackled. Assume the clock started at the snap of the ball. What was the final velocity of the running back at the time of the tackle?
 
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