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Peregrine falcons are known for their maneuvering ability. In a tight circular turn, a falcon can attain a centripetal acceleration 1.5 times the free fall acceleration
what is the radius of the turn if falcon is flying at 28 m/s
express to two sig figs and include appropriate units
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Given value---
- centripetal acceleration = 1.5 times of free fall acceleration.
- v = 28 m/s.
We have to find ---
- radius?
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