Conceptual Physics (12th Edition)
12th Edition
ISBN: 9780321909107
Author: Paul G. Hewitt
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 1, Problem 32RCQ
Your favorite young relative is wondering whether to join a large and growing group in the community, mainly to make new friends. Your advice is sought. Before replying, you learn that the group's charismatic leader tells followers, "Okay, this is how we operate: First, you should NEVER question anything I tell you. Second, you should NEVER question what you read in our literature." What advice do you offer?
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Conceptual Physics (12th Edition)
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