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Troubleshooting C++ Program: Invalid Conversion Error

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Calculating the Speed of a Pendulum Using the Law of Conservation of Energy

  • agentd00nut
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Finding the steady state vector and probablity confused, matrices.

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Relativity - running person gains mass

  • recon
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Calculating Drag Force Constant in a Simple Physics Problem

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Verifying a Calculation of Curvature

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Force, acceleration, gravity question

  • Kristin
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Finding length of the curve, did i mess up simpifying?

  • mr_coffee
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Newton's Third Law/ Circular Motion

  • dekoi
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Calculating Weight on Another Planet

  • CollegeMom
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Finding Discontinuity Algebraically

  • Aresius
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Pressure, force, hydraulic lift problem

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What Is the Line of Reflection for the Matrix Transformation f(v)?

  • bookworm_07
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Amplitude of an oscillating system graph

  • Oerg
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Physics problems Classical Mechanics and Gravitation

  • Superdreamer
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Level curve of (x² + y²)e^(xy) through point (1,0)

  • SigmaCrisis
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Parallel-Plate Vacuum Capacitor

  • LostinPhysics
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Help? using physics to predict stunt outcome

  • DKTKD
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Understanding Point Charges: Same Sign, Different Magnitudes?

  • smunger81
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Liquid nitrogen temperature superconductors

  • gapgirl1010
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What Is the Role of Static Friction on an Inclined Plane?

  • r3dxP
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What is the best method to solve a 2D water wave equation?

  • hunt
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Understanding Net Electric Fields: Explaining Charges and Magnitudes

  • smunger81
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Please help (i have a paper tomorrow & i am not able to solve it)

  • mohdfasieh
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Find the eigenvalues of this matrix

  • Benny
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Rational functions(just need explanation)

  • kevinlikesphysics
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How far does the box travel along the incline before coming to rest?

  • prettynerd
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What Are the Practical Uses of LRC Circuits in Technology?

  • tin llenaresas
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Please tell me how to solve these

  • fahd
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How Can I Simplify Trigonometric Expressions Using Euler's Formula?

  • mewmew
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What is the importance of scaling in the N-S equations?

  • hanson
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Help with Vector Calculus Derivative

  • rad0786
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Implicit Differentiation Problem - Check my work?

  • CACain
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Good problem on motion in one dimension

  • prathyush.kulkarni
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Solving Vector Equations: Find Value of h

  • tandoorichicken
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Current and Resistance (with a flashback to work I think)

  • Mjannell
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Changing the base logarithms homework

  • NewScientist
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Partial Derivatives (Uncertainty)

  • niteshadw
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Solving Probability Problem: 100 Diodes, 5% Broken

  • vabamyyr
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Factoring Problems: Solving for Inverse-Laplace Transformation

  • EvLer
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How to Calculate Tension in Cable for Stopping a Moving Truck

  • DKTKD
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Help finding an equation for the level curve

  • SigmaCrisis
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Help with transverse wave motion question

  • ruku320
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L'Hospital Q: Is it Valid for "Regular" Limits?

  • EvLer
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Help with Proof: Particle Falling Distance from vnot to v1

  • qqchico
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Solving a Gravitation Problem: Finding the Size of a Solid Gold Sphere

  • jakeowens
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Find Math Help: Solving for Jet Speed and Heat Transfer Equation

  • firemouse
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Integral of $\frac{1}{x\sqrt{4x + 1}}$: Solutions and Explanations

  • PhysicsinCalifornia
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Universal Gravitation questions

  • jshaner858
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Applying Newton's Laws to general questions.

  • jrd007
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Solving for a Hypotenuse: A Frustrating Problem for Morgan

  • rockmorg
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Which Method Keeps Bob on the Log: Catching or Deflecting the Ball?

  • willworkforfood
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Understanding the Inverse of the Metric Tensor

  • arunma
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Programming TI-83 for Reimann Sums: Y1=\sqrt{1+sin^3}

  • Echo 6 Sierra
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Need help finishing this problem off

  • bmore007
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Orthogonal matrices geometry help

  • Pearce_09
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Calculating Theta for Suspended Mass in Circle

  • Punchlinegirl
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What is the minimum stopping distance

  • emily69_420
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How Will Lower Liquid Helium Costs Impact Superconductor Development?

  • gapgirl1010
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Astrophysics - Can there be a contact binary from white dwarfs

  • jaidon
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What Went Wrong in Calculating the Volume of Gas from Decomposition?

  • Pengwuino
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Phys/trig Q?s why are they wrong

  • kevinlikesphysics
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How can I use the Excel solver to solve systems of equations?

  • rei1574
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What is the acceleration of the 1200 kg boat?

  • chriszollman
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How Is Time Calculated for a Ball Thrown Upwards?

  • nk12
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Why Doesn't My Implicit Differentiation Match the Book's Answer?

  • Aresius
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Very easy mechanics problem - am i making a stupid mistake?

  • Ara macao
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Understanding Vector Subspaces in R^2

  • mpm
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Calculate the resistance, then find the current at the new voltage

  • srhly
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How Do You Evaluate dw/dt at t=0 Using the Chain Rule Results?

  • Whatupdoc
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Helicopter Velocity in Relation to Ground with Wind

  • F.B
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Proving Reflections in R^n are Symmetric Matrices

  • Pearce_09
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Proving Vector Space Identity: I-T Bijectivity

  • Pearce_09
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What is the Net Force on Charges in a Line?

  • Kali8972
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Proof of expected value expression

  • grimster
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Find Min Horizontal Force to Keep Small Cube from Falling

  • PhunWithPhysics
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Calculating the Constant k in a Spring Pendulum System

  • brandon26
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Angles on a Sphere: Find 4 Equidistant Points

  • amcavoy
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Physics Problem Help: Chin-Up Force & Velocity

  • kavdhaliwal
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Why isn't this working? a simple inverse of a 2x2 matrix

  • mr_coffee
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Figuring out the curvature of a line?

  • mr_coffee
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How Do You Calculate the Probability of Getting the Flu?

  • rad0786
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How Can You Calculate Cliff Height Using Sound?

  • babbagee
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How Do You Calculate Rocket Trajectory Without Air Resistance?

  • antiflag403
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Quick Question - Conservation of Momentum

  • Dooga Blackrazor
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Solve Physics Problem: Blocks and Distance

  • plane
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How can I integrate sin(x)/(1-x) using the substitution method?

  • NINHARDCOREFAN
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Is My Approach to Finding Max/Min on a Circular Disk Correct?

  • Giuseppe
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What Are Some Tips for Starting Moment Couple Problems?

  • caddyguy109
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Find (a) the tension in the cable

  • PhysicsinCalifornia
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Request for help - math problem using binary code

  • fizz
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How Do You Calculate the Coefficient of Kinetic Friction for a Sled?

  • PhunWithPhysics
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Vector Applications: Coplanar Points, Plane & Line Equations

  • deryk
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How Far Can a Particle Travel at 0.99c Before Decaying?

  • asdf1
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Max/Min Polar Curve Values: r = 3 + sin \theta

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