College Physics (4th Edition)

Published by McGraw-Hill Education
ISBN 10: 0073512141
ISBN 13: 978-0-07351-214-3

Review & Synthesis: Chapters 6-8 - MCAT Review - Page 327: 12

Answer

The correct answer is: D. Increasing the force on the friction pads and pedaling at the same rate

Work Step by Step

If the force on the friction pads increases, the force of friction would also increase. This would increase the fraction of the cyclist's mechanical power output that is dissipated by the wheel at the friction pads: The correct answer is: D. Increasing the force on the friction pads and pedaling at the same rate
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