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What forces make it hard for safety devices in cars to always work. What happens in real life that isn’t always tested for? Explain

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Answer: During a collision there is a change in momentum The force of the collision is equal to the rate of change of momentum

Explanation: going 80 mph down a road and get hit head on by another car going 80 mph you will reach impact at about 160 mph.

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