Two Cars Go Around a Banked Curve at the Proper

question 24

Multiple Choice

Two cars go around a banked curve at the proper speed for the banking angle. One car has tires with excellent traction, while the other car has bald slippery tires. Which of these cars is more likely
To slide on the pavement as it goes around the curve?

• A) the car with the new tires
• B) Neither car will slide.
• C) the car with the bald tires
• D) It depends on if the pavement is wet or dry.

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