A 60 kN load is placed on two tires of a locked-wheel trailer. At a speed of 48 km/h, a force of 30 kN is required to move the device. Determine the friction factor.

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A 60 kN load is placed on two tires of a locked-wheel trailer. At a speed of 48 km/h, a force of 30 kN is required to move the device. Determine the friction factor.

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