Physics (5th Edition)
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ISBN: 9780134051802
Author: Walker
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Chapter 2, Problem 49PCE
The Detonator On a ride called the Detonator at Worlds of Fun in Kansas City, passengers accelerate straight downward from rest to 45 mi/h in 2.2 seconds. What is the average acceleration of the passengers on this ride?
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