Question: A driver notices that her 1150-kg car slows down from 85 km/h to 65 km/h in about 6.0s on the level when it is in

A driver notices that her 1150-kg car slows down from 85 km/h to 65 km/h in about 6.0s on the level when it is in neutral. Approximately what power (watts and hp) is needed top keep the car traveling at a constant 75 km/h?

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