A Package Rests on the Back Seat of Your Car

question 43

Multiple Choice

A package rests on the back seat of your car.The coefficient of friction between the seat and the package is 0.24.Assuming you drive on a level road,what is the maximum acceleration your car can have if the package is to remain in place relative to your back seat?

• A)1.0 m/s²
• B)2.4 m/s²
• C)3.0 m/s²
• D)3.5 m/s²

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