The Coefficient of Friction Between a Racecar's Wheels and the Track

question 81

Multiple Choice

The coefficient of friction between a racecar's wheels and the track is 1.0.The car starts from rest and accelerates at a constant rate for 700 m.Find the maximum speed at the end of the race.

• A) 83 m/s
• B) 91 m/s
• C) 117 m/s
• D) 125 m/s
• E) ​105 m/s

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