A car is being driven at a rate of 40 ft/sec when the brakes are applied. The car decelerates at a constant rate of 14 ft/sec2. How long before the car stops? Round your answer to one decimal place.

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A car is being driven at a rate of 40 ft/sec when the brakes are applied. The car decelerates at a constant rate of 14 ft/sec2. How long before the car stops? Round your answer to one decimal place.

 

 

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