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Assuming it has 4 wheels, the total area will be 71.4 sq ins, so about 17.8 sq ins per tire, assuming weight is equally distributed on the 4 wheels.

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The surface area in contact with the ground can be calculated using the formula: surface area = weight / tire pressure. Plugging the values in (2500 pounds / 35 psi) gives a surface area of approximately 71.43 square inches in contact with the ground.

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Q: If the tires of a car are inflated to 35 pounds per square inch and the car weighs 2500 pounds how much surface area is in contact with the ground?
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