Who is at fault applying Newton’s Laws
Driver #1's version of events:
"Thursday afternoon at approximately 3:30 p.m. I was patiently waiting at a red light. Before the light turned
green the other driver hit my car. I hadn't even moved forward yet! After I was hit by the other car, my car
stopped moving immediately."
Injuries: Driver has a severe bruise from the impact and was wearing a seat belt.
Vehicle: 2004 Econoline Ford Van
Damage to vehicle: Severe back damage to the back portion of the vehicle.
Driver 2's version of events:
"On Thursday afternoon, I was in a car accident right after the local school let out for the day at 3:30 p.m. I had
just gotten out of the school zone and the top speed posted is 15 mph. I know I did not go over that, because
at the time there were several students walking and biking home. I saw the red light and had begun to slow
down when the van in front of me braked suddenly causing me to hit it."
Injuries: None
Vehicle: Mazda 2
Damage to vehicle: Slight damage to the front of the car. Hood is crumpled.
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