Math Problem Statement

Which of the following is the equation KE = 1/2 mv^2 solved for v?

Solution

The equation given is KE=12mv2KE = \frac{1}{2}mv^2, and you're asked to solve for vv.

Step-by-step solution:

  1. Start with the given equation: KE=12mv2KE = \frac{1}{2}mv^2

  2. Multiply both sides by 2 to eliminate the fraction: 2KE=mv22 \cdot KE = mv^2

  3. Divide both sides by mm to isolate v2v^2: 2KEm=v2\frac{2 \cdot KE}{m} = v^2

  4. Finally, take the square root of both sides to solve for vv: v=2KEmv = \sqrt{\frac{2 \cdot KE}{m}}

Correct Answer: B

v=2KEmv = \sqrt{\frac{2KE}{m}}

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Relative questions:

  1. What happens to vv if the kinetic energy KEKE is doubled?
  2. How is the velocity vv related to mass mm in this equation?
  3. What is the physical meaning of kinetic energy in this equation?
  4. Can you derive the same equation starting with the formula for velocity and rearranging for KEKE?
  5. How would the equation change if it involved potential energy instead of kinetic energy?

Tip: Always remember to double-check your algebraic manipulations when isolating variables, especially when dealing with squares and square roots.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Physics
Kinetic Energy
Algebra

Formulas

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

Theorems

Basic algebraic manipulation

Suitable Grade Level

High School Physics