University Physics with Modern Physics Plus Mastering Physics with eText -- Access Card Package (14th Edition)
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Why are cars designed to crumple in front and back for safety? Why not for side collisions and rollovers?
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University Physics with Modern Physics Plus Mastering Physics with eText -- Access Card Package (14th Edition)
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