Conceptual Physical Science (6th Edition)
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ISBN: 9780134060491
Author: Paul G. Hewitt, John A. Suchocki, Leslie A. Hewitt
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 2, Problem 104DQ
Suppose that you’re in a moving car and the engine stops running. You step on the brakes and slow the car to half speed. If you release your foot from the brakes, will the car spontaneously speed up a bit, or will it continue at half speed and slow due to friction? Defend your answer.
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