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Thanks for all the help!

v = 2πλ(2ak/m)1/2

So does this mean the answer is just v = πλa(8k/ma)1/2

I understand the problem is saying that the particle is starting a distance ds, but i still don't understand how that helps me solve the problem. Is ds somehow related to d cause I just don't see it.

Since d can't be in the solution should I be looking to relate d to a or am I just going about this the wrong way?

Can you please elaborate on what you mean? I don't know if you are saying that is the speed at d or if you are asking where d is at. I see it now the (2k)1/2 is actually a (8k)1/2

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Forgot to mention that vo and C are both constants.

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I am in first year college, study chemical engineering.