An open tank, 9.15m long is supported on a car moving on a level track and uniformly accelerated from rest to 48 km/hr. When at rest the tank was filled with water to within 15cm of its top. Find the shortest time in which the acceleration may be accomplished without spilling over the edge.
An open tank, 9.15m long is supported on a car moving on a level track and uniformly accelerated from rest to 48 km/hr. When at rest the tank was filled with water to within 15cm of its top. Find the shortest time in which the acceleration may be accomplished without spilling over the edge.
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An open tank, 9.15m long is supported on a car moving on a level track and uniformly accelerated from rest to 48 km/hr. When at rest the tank was filled with water to within 15cm of its top. Find the shortest time in which the acceleration may be accomplished without spilling over the edge.
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