A curve of radius 80 m is banked at 45e . Suppose that an ice storm hits, and the curve is effectively frictionless. What is the safe speed with which to take the curve without either sliding up or down?

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A curve of radius 80 m is banked at 45e . Suppose that an ice storm hits, and the curve is effectively frictionless. What is the safe speed with which to take the curve without either sliding up or down?