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Friction and energy conversion A car skids 18 m on a level road whil...

Friction and energy conversion

A car skids 18 m on a level road while trying to stop before hitting a stopped car in front of it. The two cars barely touch. The coefficient of kinetic friction between the first car and the road is 0.80. A policewoman gives the driver a ticket for exceeding the 35 mi/h speed limit. Can you defend the driver in court? Explain.

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