The van has weight W_v and center of gravity at G_v. It carries fixed load Wl which has center of gravity at G_l. If the van is traveling at speed v, determine the distance it skids before stopping. The brakes cause all the wheels to lock or skid. The coefficient of kinetic friction between the wheels and the pavement isμ_k. Compare this distance with that of the van being empty. Neglect the mass of the wheels.

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Given: W₂ = 4500 lb W₁ = 800 lb V = 40 ft - S Mk = 0.3 f = 2 ft b = 2 ft c = 3 ft d = 4 ft e = 6 ft = 32.2 g = ft 2 S