Math Problem Statement

Solve the equation for the indicated variable. Assume no denominator is 0.

Ve = 12\frac12mv2^2, for v

Solution

The given equation is:

Ve=12mv2V_e = \frac{1}{2} m v^2

We need to solve for vv.

Step-by-step solution:

  1. Isolate v2v^2:
    First, multiply both sides of the equation by 2 to get rid of the fraction: 2Ve=mv22 V_e = m v^2

  2. Solve for v2v^2:
    Divide both sides by mm: v2=2Vemv^2 = \frac{2 V_e}{m}

  3. Take the square root:
    Finally, take the square root of both sides to solve for vv: v=2Vemv = \sqrt{\frac{2 V_e}{m}}

Thus, the solution for vv is:

v=2Vemv = \sqrt{\frac{2 V_e}{m}}

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Here are 5 related questions to consider:

  1. What would happen if Ve=0V_e = 0 in this equation?
  2. How can this equation be applied to calculate velocity in real-world scenarios?
  3. How does this equation relate to kinetic energy?
  4. Can you solve for mm in terms of VeV_e and vv?
  5. What physical quantity does VeV_e represent?

Tip: When solving for variables under square roots, always consider both the positive and negative roots unless context (like velocity) restricts the solution to positive values.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Isolating Variables
Square Roots
Physics

Formulas

Ve = (1/2)mv^2
v = sqrt(2Ve / m)

Theorems

Square Root Property

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12