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What happens to a shopping cart if you get it rolling and then release it?

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Answer:

It will slowly come to a stop as long as it is moving on a flat surface

Step-by-step explanation:

If the cart is moving on a flat surface, it will slowly come to a stop due to the friction forces acting on its wheels.

If the cart is on an inclined surface, it may gain acceleration enough to overcome any friction force, and thus continue with an accelerated motion.

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