A car weighing 2,800 lbs is driving on a mountain  at a velocity of 60 mph, approaching a fish-hook with a turning radius of 180*. The speed limit for the turn is 20 mph. The complete turning radius distance of the turn is 0.05 miles. What is the minimum braking force required to successfully complete the turn without losing control?

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A car weighing 2,800 lbs is driving on a mountain  at a velocity of 60 mph, approaching a fish-hook with a turning radius of 180*. The speed limit for the turn is 20 mph. The complete turning radius distance of the turn is 0.05 miles. What is the minimum braking force required to successfully complete the turn without losing control?
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