The \"reaction time\" of the average automobile driver is about 0.7s . (The reac

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The "reaction time" of the average automobile driver is about 0.7s . (The reaction time is the interval between the perception of a signal to stop and the application of the brakes.) An automobile can slow down with an acceleration of 10.4 ft/s^2 .

Part A: Compute the total distance covered in coming to a stop after a signal is observed from an initial velocity of 12.0 mi/h. (in a school zone), measured in ft.

Part B: Compute the total distance covered in coming to a stop after a signal is observed from an initial velocity of 52.8 mi/h. (measured in ft).

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Explanation / Answer

A) 27.21 ft

B) 342.52 ft

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