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chelseaalyssa
Sep13-09, 12:01 PM
1. The problem statement, all variables and given/known data
An object is released (from rest) at the top of an inclined plane. After time t, the object has moved a distance d down an incline. What is its acceleration


2. Relevant equations
There is some stuff written in regards to this question about using only time and distance to calculate the acceleration - so that leaves the equations:
y=y0+vy0t+1/2ayt2
x=x0+v0t

3. The attempt at a solution
Using the equation for y:
0=h + 1/2ayt2

thanks in advance for your help!

Doc Al
Sep13-09, 12:13 PM
3. The attempt at a solution
Using the equation for y:
0=h + 1/2ayt2
Write it in terms of distance d. (I'd say that y0 = 0 and y = d.) Just call the acceleration a.

chelseaalyssa
Sep13-09, 12:49 PM
ok thanks!!