SOLUTION: The formula v = sq. rt. 2.5r, can be used to estimate the maximum safe velocity v, in miles per hour, at which a car can travel along a curved road with a radius of curvature r, in

Question 1174201: The formula v = sq. rt. 2.5r, can be used to estimate the maximum safe velocity v, in miles per hour, at which a car can travel along a curved road with a radius of curvature r, in feet. To the nearest whole number, find the radius of curvature if the maximum safe velocity is 35 miles per hour.
Answer by ikleyn(52866) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
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The equation is


    v = .


Square both sides 


    v^2 = 2.5r


and express "r"


    r = .


Now substitute v = 35 mph to the formula (1) and compute the radius.


At the end, round properly.

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