The maximum speed of the rig with the fairing installed to the tractor.
Answer to Problem 108P
Explanation of Solution
Given information:
Concept used:
Calculation:
After installing the fairing,
By solving, we get
Conclusion:
The maximum speed of the rig with the fairing is
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