Bobseld Run: Frictionless Downhill Track | 210 kg Mass

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The discussion revolves around calculating the distance beyond point D where a bobsled, with a mass of 210 kg, will come to a stop due to kinetic friction. The bobsled starts from rest at point A, and there is negligible friction between points A and D. From point D to E, the coefficient of kinetic friction is given as µk = 0.4. Participants are seeking assistance with the necessary equations to determine the stopping distance after the bobsled reaches point D. The focus is on applying physics principles related to motion and friction to solve the problem.
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A bobsled run leads down a hill as sketched in the figure above. Between points A and D, friction is negligible. Between points D and E at the end of the run, the coefficient of kinetic friction is µk = 0.4. The mass of the bobsled with drivers is 210 kg and it starts from rest at point A.

I have no idea on this one. Could someone help me with the equations please!
 

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wolly6973 said:
A bobsled run leads down a hill as sketched in the figure above. Between points A and D, friction is negligible. Between points D and E at the end of the run, the coefficient of kinetic friction is µk = 0.4. The mass of the bobsled with drivers is 210 kg and it starts from rest at point A.

I have no idea on this one. Could someone help me with the equations please!

what are you supposed to do??
 
Sorry.
Find the distance x beyond point D at which the bobsled will come to a halt.
 

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