AP Physics Summer Assignment Question

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Homework Help Overview

The discussion revolves around a physics problem involving the calculation of a time period, Ts, using a formula that includes mass and gravitational acceleration. The original poster expresses uncertainty about how to approach the problem, indicating a lack of familiarity with physics concepts.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Assumption checking

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • Participants question the clarity of the problem statement and suggest that the expression needs to be correctly formatted with parentheses for better understanding. There is an attempt to simplify the expression and separate the units from the numerical values.

Discussion Status

Some participants have provided guidance on how to interpret and simplify the expression, while others reflect on the helpfulness of previous responses. The conversation indicates a progression in understanding, although no explicit consensus on the solution has been reached.

Contextual Notes

The original poster mentions being new to physics, which may affect their ability to engage with the problem effectively. There is also a reference to a delayed response to previous guidance, suggesting ongoing engagement with the material.

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Homework Statement


Ts=2π√4.5*10-2kg/2.0*103kg/s2

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The Attempt at a Solution


I just started Physics Yesterday and have no idea what to do.
 
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That's not a problem statement.
 
NoIdea2015 said:

Homework Statement


Ts=2π√4.5*10-2kg/2.0*103kg/s2

Homework Equations

The Attempt at a Solution


I just started Physics Yesterday and have no idea what to do.
I assume you are trying ro simplify the expression.
First, let's make the expression correct by using parentheses. I believe it should read Ts=2π√(4.5*10-2kg/(2.0*103kg/s2)).
Or more clearly, ##2\pi\sqrt{\frac{4.5 *10^{-2}kg}{2 *10^3 kg s^{-2}}}##.
You can work with the numbers and the units separately. For the units it reduces to √(kg/(kg s-2)). Can you see how to simplify that?
 
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@haruspex I am probably so late to this response that it might be a little silly to respond, but I feel as if I have to thank you because your answer, all those months ago, helped me realize what I was supposed to being doing. I honestly meant to respond soon after you posted but it somehow slipped my mind. Better late than never, right?
 
NoIdea2015 said:
@haruspex I am probably so late to this response that it might be a little silly to respond, but I feel as if I have to thank you because your answer, all those months ago, helped me realize what I was supposed to being doing. I honestly meant to respond soon after you posted but it somehow slipped my mind. Better late than never, right?
Thanks for letting me know. It's nice to know I helped.
 
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