Maximizing Speed on a Curved Road: Calculating Safe Speed with Varying Radii

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The discussion highlights confusion regarding the problem statement, specifically the mention of two different radii for the same curved road. The first radius is given as 50 m, while the second radius is stated as 200 m (2.00 x 10^2). Participants emphasize the need for clarity in problem descriptions to avoid misunderstandings. The calculation of maximum safe speed for negotiating a curve depends on the radius and the coefficient of static friction. Accurate information is crucial for solving physics problems related to vehicle dynamics on curved paths.
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A car enters a horizontal, curved roadbed of radius 50 m. The coefficient of static friction between the tires and the roadbed is 0.20. What is the maximum speed with which the car can safely negoitate the curve if the radius of the curve 2.00 x 10^2?


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Start by reading the problem carefully. It makes no sense to say "roadbed of radius 50 m" and then say "the radius of the curve 2.00 x 10^2".
 
that confused me also. two radii for one object.
 

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