Square Rooted varible by itself (/x)

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The discussion revolves around isolating a variable "d" in equations involving square roots, specifically in the context of string vibrations at different frequencies. Participants are examining the relationships between these variables and their physical meanings.

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  • Participants explore methods to isolate "d" using algebraic manipulation, including squaring both sides of equations. Some question the interpretation of the variable "d" and its physical significance, while others clarify the notation used in the equations.

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The discussion includes various attempts to manipulate the equations, with some participants providing algebraic steps. There is a recognition of potential confusion regarding the notation and the context of the problem, but no consensus has been reached on the correct approach or interpretation.

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Participants note that the original problem involves string vibrations and specific frequency values, which may influence the interpretation of the variables involved. There is also mention of units of measurement, such as millimeters and hertz, which adds complexity to the discussion.

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Such a simple problem that I am stuck on...

1050=2700 /d
0.388=/d

how do i get "d" by itself? ( the "/" is square root not divide)
edit: is "D" diameter or distance... one is "d" and other is "D"
 
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[tex]1050=2700*/sqrt(d)[/tex]
[tex]1050^2=2700^2*d[/tex]
[tex]d=1050^2/2700^2 =49/324[/tex]

#2)

[tex].388=/sqrt(d)[/tex]
[tex].388^2=d[/tex]
[tex]d = .15054[/tex]
 
Square both sides
 
thanks guys, i was thinking that, but in the question it was dealing with string vibrations were 1050hz and 2700hz and 1mm..

original question:

(1050)(/sqrt 1)=(2700)(/sqrt D)

got to that last part and forgot what to do so i did it like this:

if 1mm equals 1050hz - then 1/1050 would equal how many mm's per hz
it was 0.000952mm/1hz

so then 0.000952mm/1hz * 2700hz would equal my answer of 2.57mm but i guess its not right...

thanks again
 
bushman91 said:
thanks guys, i was thinking that, but in the question it was dealing with string vibrations were 1050hz and 2700hz and 1mm..

original question:

(1050)(/sqrt 1)=(2700)(/sqrt D)
Are those slashes part of the root sign ? [itex]1050\sqrt{1}= 2700\sqrt{D}[/itex] ? If so, just divide both sides by 2700.
 

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