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The stoplight had just changed and a 2000 kg Cadillac had entered the intersection, heading north at 2.4 m/s, when it was struck by a 1200 kg eastbound Volkswagen. The cars stuck together and slid to a halt, leaving skid marks angled 35° north of east. Part A - How fast was the Volkswagen going just before the impact? Express your answer to two significant figures. IVO AL * O ? Submit Request Answer
A 2000 kg Cadillac had just started its march from a stop sign when it was struck from behind by a 1000 kg Volkswagen. The bumpers locked and the two cars slid together until they stopped. Officer Tom, responding to the accident, measured that skid marks were 3.0 m long. The driver also testified that the speed of the Cadillac just before the impact was 5.0 m / s. Officer Tom accused the Volkswagen of driving recklessly. Should the Volkswagen...