Physics for Scientists and Engineers: Foundations and Connections
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Author: Katz, Debora M.
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Chapter 4, Problem 45PQ
Pete and Sue, two reckless teenage drivers, are racing eastward along a straight stretch of highway. Pete is traveling at 98.0 km/h, and Sue is chasing him at 125 km/h. a. What is Pete’s velocity with respect to Sue? b. What is Sue’s velocity with respect to Pete? c. If Sue is initially 325 m behind Pete, how long will it take her to catch up to him?
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Physics for Scientists and Engineers: Foundations and Connections
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