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A car breaks on an icy road. At a point, the car's brakes apply a force before the car skids. 

 

Would this be calculating the coefficient of static or kinetic friction?

1 year ago

Answered By Abdullah A

Since the car is already in motion, this would use the kinetic coefficient of friction. It also makes intuitive sense: moving or walking on ice makes it easier to slip than when you're standing still.