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    Finding final velocity for Conservation of Energy Problem

    Homework Statement Problem statement and diagram in the photo Homework Equations K = 1/2 mv^2 U = mgh The Attempt at a Solution E_0 = E1 K_0 + U_0 = K_1 + U_1 using relevant equations and solving for v1 I get: v_1 = sqrt((v_0)^2 + 2gh_1) Then E_1 = E_2 solving for the final velocity and...
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    Maximum acceleration of 1500 kg car on concrete surface?

    Homework Statement Two-thirds of the weight of a 1500 kg car rests on the drive wheels. What is the maximum acceleration of this car on a concrete surface? μs = 1 Homework Equations F = ma[/B]The Attempt at a Solution The answer I got is 6.53 m/s^2 , but I want to make sure the answer is...