Solve
-Wind Resistance or Atmospheric Drag Tends to Slow Down $37 \mathrm { ft } ^ { 2 }$

question 175

Multiple Choice

Solve.
-Wind resistance or atmospheric drag tends to slow down moving objects. Atmospheric drag varies jointly as an object's surface area A and velocity v. If a car traveling at a speed of 40 mph with a surface area of $37 \mathrm { ft } ^ { 2 }$ experiences a drag of $236.8 \mathrm {~N}$ (Newtons) , how fast must a car with $48 \mathrm { ft } ^ { 2 }$ of surface area travel in order to

• A)66 mph
• B)69 mph
• C)71 mph
• D)74 mph

Identify situations where compensatory damages are applicable.

Distinguish between the types of damages available for contract breaches.

Comprehend the duty to mitigate damages in contract law.

Recognize the enforceability and function of liquidated damages provisions.

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