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The brakes on a car do 240,000 J of work to stop the tires from moving. The car travels 50 m after the brakes are applied. How much force are the brakes applying to stop the car from moving?

24,000 N
1.2 x 107 N
4,800 N
120,000 N

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Answer:

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Step-by-step explanation:

Work = force * distance

240 000 J = force * 50 m

240 000 / 50 = force = 4800 N

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