Fig. 3.1 shows a vehicle built for moving over snow. It is fitted with four snow-tracks.
(a)[2]
Explain why the snow-tracks are better than wheels for travelling on snow.
(b(i))[3]
Calculate the mass of the vehicle. mass = ......................... kg
(b(ii))[4]
Calculate the pressure exerted by each snow-track on the ground. Include the unit in your answer. pressure exerted by each snow-track = ......................... unit ..........
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