Check Max Speed of Car on Circular Path Without Skidding

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The maximum speed a car can travel on a circular path without skidding, given a radius of 20.0 m and a coefficient of static friction of 0.72, is calculated to be 12 m/s. Initial calculations suggested 18 m/s, but this was incorrect. The correct approach involves using the formula that incorporates gravitational acceleration. The discussion highlights the importance of accurate calculations in physics problems. Ultimately, the consensus is that 12 m/s is the accurate maximum speed.
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For this question i got 18m/s is this correct?
A car travels in a circular path of radius 20.0 m. If the coefficient of static friction is 0.72, find the maximum speed at which the car can travel around the curve without skidding. Assuming g=10m/s^2.
 
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I think not.

How did you get this ?
 
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Gokul43201 said:
I think not.

How did you get this ?
The correct answer is 12m/s thanks for replying.
 

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