2E. How much work (in ft-lbf, Btu, and kJ) is required to accelerate a 3400 pound car from rest to a velocity of 60 mph on a level stretch of road? If that event requires 7 seconds for completion, what is the average power (in both hp and kW) required for this acceleration?

2E. How much work (in ft-lbf, Btu, and kJ) is required to accelerate a 3400 pound car from rest to a velocity of 60 mph on a level stretch of road? If that event requires 7 seconds for completion, what is the average power (in both hp and kW) required for this acceleration?

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