Solve Kinematic Equations: Find V0 or T with A,Vf,D

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The discussion focuses on solving kinematic equations to find initial velocity (V0) or time (T) using acceleration (A), final velocity (Vf), and displacement (D). The user references the equation V^2 = V0^2 + 2A(D - d0) but realizes that the initial displacement (d0) is not provided, complicating the calculations. The conversation highlights the importance of having all necessary variables to solve kinematic problems effectively.

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im having trouble with the kinematic equations, like playing with them, i need to find an equation that will either give me v0 or t with only A Vf and D anything?
 
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I think v^2= v0^2 + 2a ( D-d0)..


EDIT: just realized you don't have d0.. nevermind..
 

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