Chapter 9: 9.Q. 2 (page 227)
At what speed does a 1000 kg compact car have the same kinetic energy as a 20,000 kg truck going 25 km/h?
Short Answer
The speed should be 11.8 km/hr.
Chapter 9: 9.Q. 2 (page 227)
At what speed does a 1000 kg compact car have the same kinetic energy as a 20,000 kg truck going 25 km/h?
The speed should be 11.8 km/hr.
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