Solve the Problem $86 \mathrm { ft } / \mathrm { sec }$

question 39

Multiple Choice

Solve the problem.
-You are driving along a highway at a steady $86 \mathrm { ft } / \mathrm { sec }$ when you see a deer ahead and slam on the brakes. What constant deceleration is required to stop your car in $264 \mathrm { ft }$ ?

• A) \(14.01 \mathrm { ft } / \mathrm { sec } ^ { 2 }\)
• B) \(28.02 \mathrm { ft } / \mathrm { sec } ^ { 2 }\)
• C) \(7.00 \mathrm { ft } / \mathrm { sec } ^ { 2 }\)
• D) \(0.07 \mathrm { ft } / \mathrm { sec } ^ { 2 }\)

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