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1. What is the make and model of your car? -Ans: I do not own a car; that’s why I gather information from Google about the Nissan Altima, where Nissan is the vehicle make and Altima is the model. 2. Investigate the use of the term “rotate” vs... “revolve” in describing the case of the tires/wheels turning around the hub or center as the automobile moves along the street. Which is the correct term? Why? -Ans: The difference between rotate and revolve in this claim is that rotate means the object turns around in circles, like a car tire, while revolution means the object moves around other objects. I would say rotation is the correct term for this case. During rotation around the hub or center, even tread wear keeps the tread depth uniform across our tires, ensuring consistent handling and traction. It will also improve car cornering and braking performance and make driving safer. 3. Show all your measurements and calculations to evaluate this claim and explain your work. -Ans: The diameter of the Nissan Altima tire = 19 in. Circumference = 19π = 59.69 12 in =4.97ft {one rotation} Then, one rotation per mile is calculated as 5280 ft 4.97 ft 1062.3743 4. Be sure to provide a convincing paragraph-long statement of your conclusion as to the extent of the validity of the tire dealer’s claim. Include why is this evaluation important in the larger scheme of life. Ans: I disagreed with the claim because the tire’s lifespan is not guaranteed. If the dealer is using a 15-inch tire (suppose), the tire will rotate around 800 times per mile by fiction(i.e.) rotate and revolve. If the tire moves by rotation, it will be easy, but if it moves by revolution of the tire, then the tire and car move simultaneously. 5. What could be the dealer’s claim that would be more accurate? -Ans: “ Your tire rotates around 800 times per mile based on the car's type and the technology employed in its production.”
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