A bicyclist can descend a 7.0 degree incline at a constant speed of 9.5 km/h (terminal speed). If the resisting force R is proportional to the square of the speed such that R = -cv^2 , calculate the value of c. The total mass of the rider plus the bicycle is 80.0 kg.

A bicyclist can descend a 7.0 degree incline at a constant speed of 9.5 km/h (terminal speed). If the resisting force R is proportional to the square of the speed such that R = -cv^2 , calculate the value of c. The total mass of the rider plus the bicycle is 80.0 kg.

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