Applied Fluid Mechanics (7th Edition)
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ISBN: 9780133494839
Author: Mott
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 1, Problem 1.23PP
A body starting from rest with constant acceleration moves according to the relationship s=
s = distance, a = acceleration, and t= time.
1.23 If a body moves 3.2 km in 4.7 min with constant acceleration, calculate the acceleration in
ft/s2.
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