Answer:
ac = 3.92 m/s²
Explanation:
In this case the frictional force must balance the centripetal force for the car not to skid. Therefore,
Frictional Force = Centripetal Force
where,
Frictional Force = μ(Normal Force) = μ(weight) = μmg
Centripetal Force = (m)(ac)
Therefore,
μmg = (m)(ac)
ac = μg
where,
ac = magnitude of centripetal acceleration of car = ?
μ = coefficient of friction of tires (kinetic) = 0.4
g = 9.8 m/s²
Therefore,
ac = (0.4)(9.8 m/s²)
<u>ac = 3.92 m/s²</u>
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