Math Problem Statement
A runner moving with a tangential velocity of 8.8 m/s rounds a bend with a radius of 25 m. Find the centripetal acceleration of the runner.
Solution
Given values for the runner runner_speed = 8.8 # m/s runner_radius = 25 # m
Centripetal acceleration formula: a_c = v^2 / r
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Physics
Circular Motion
Centripetal Force and Acceleration
Formulas
Centripetal acceleration formula: a_c = v^2 / r
Theorems
Newton's Second Law (application in circular motion)
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 9-11
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