Suppose a small child rolls off a bed that is 0.48m above the floor. If hardwood, the child's head is brought to rest at appx 2.2 mm. if carpeted, the child's head is brought to a rest at appx 1.3 cm. Calculate the magnitude and duration of each deceleration. Assume child remains horizontal.

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Chapter6: Motion In Two Dimensions
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Suppose a small child rolls off a bed that is 0.48m above the floor. If hardwood, the child's head is brought to rest at appx 2.2 mm. if carpeted, the child's head is brought to a rest at appx 1.3 cm. Calculate the magnitude and duration of each deceleration. Assume child remains horizontal.

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