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24 September, 10:05

By what factor does the force required to stop a car increase if the initial speed is doubled and the stopping distance remains the same?

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  1. 24 September, 10:08
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    Since the equation is F = ma the acceleration would change by a factor of 2, since a = v/2. The force would double.
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