An 1800 kg car starts from rest and accelerates to 25.0 m/s in 16.0 s. The force of air resistance on the car is constant and equal to 450 N. Find: A. the car's acceleration B. the force exerted by the engine C. the work done by the engine

An 1800 kg car starts from rest and accelerates to 25.0 m/s in 16.0 s. The force of air resistance on the car is constant and equal to 450 N. Find: A. the car's acceleration B. the force exerted by the engine C. the work done by the engine

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Physics for Scientists and Engineers: Foundations and Connections

1st Edition

ISBN:9781133939146

Author:Katz, Debora M.

Publisher:Katz, Debora M.

Chapter9: Energy In Nonisolated Systems

Section9.6: Particles, Objects, And Systems

Problem 9.3CE

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