College Physics
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ISBN: 9780134601823
Author: ETKINA, Eugenia, Planinšič, G. (gorazd), Van Heuvelen, Alan
Publisher: Pearson,
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Chapter 3, Problem 56RPP
What is the magnitude of the acceleration of Stapp and his sled as their speed decreased from 67 m/s to zero?
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