Applied Statics and Strength of Materials (6th Edition)
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ISBN: 9780133840544
Author: George F. Limbrunner, Craig D'Allaird, Leonard Spiegel
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 1, Problem 1.38SP
What is the average speed in miles per hour (mph) of a runner who runs a mile in 4 min? What is the average speed (mph) of a runner who runs a 26-mi race in 2 hr and 47 mm?
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