A biker is traveling on level ground at 52.0 m/s with a combined mass of 325.0 kg.  She spots a police officer 500 meters up ahead, so she applies the brakes, reducing her speed by half over a period of 18.0 seconds. In meters, how far does she travel during this time period? Answer: ___________ m

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A biker is traveling on level ground at 52.0 m/s with a combined mass of 325.0 kg.  She spots a police officer 500 meters up ahead, so she applies the brakes, reducing her speed by half over a period of 18.0 seconds.

In meters, how far does she travel during this time period?

Answer: ___________ m

 

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