Essential University Physics: Volume 1 (3rd Edition)
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Chapter 11, Problem 37P
Two identical 1800-kg cars are traveling in opposite directions at 83 km/h. Each car’s center of mass is 3.2 m from the center of the highway (Fig. 11.14). What are the magnitude and direction of the
FIGURE 11.14 Problem 37
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