The force resisting the motion of a car is proportional to the square of the car's speed. The magnitude of the force at a speed of 20.0 m s⁻¹ is 800 N. What useful output power is required from the car's engine to maintain a steady speed of 40.0 m s⁻¹?
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C: 128 kW
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