The Maximum Speed ( V ) That an Automobile Can

question 185

Multiple Choice

The maximum speed ( v ) that an automobile can travel around a curve of radius r without skidding is given by the equation where v is in miles per hour and r is measured in feet. What is the maximum speed a car can travel around a curve with a radius of 360 feet without skidding?

• A) The maximum speed is 180 mph.
• B) The maximum speed is 25 mph.
• C) The maximum speed is 12 mph.
• D) The maximum speed is 90 mph.
• E) The maximum speed is 30 mph.