Physics for Scientists and Engineers with Modern Physics, Technology Update
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Author: SERWAY, Raymond A.; Jewett, John W.
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Chapter 5, Problem 15CQ
Suppose you are driving a classic car. Why should you avoid slamming on your brakes when you want to stop the shortest possible distance? (Many modern cars have antilock brakes that avoid this problem.)
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