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Homework Statement
I'm trying to bridge F =ma to m/2(dv2/dx). It was shown in the course book I have but there's a huge disconnection in the steps.
The discussion revolves around connecting Newton's second law, F = ma, to the expression m/2(dv²/dx). Participants are exploring the mathematical relationships and steps involved in this transition.
Participants are actively engaging with the problem, offering suggestions for differentiation and integration. There appears to be a productive exploration of the mathematical steps, although no consensus has been reached on the final interpretation or outcome.
There is an indication of a disconnect in the steps presented in the course book, and participants are questioning the assumptions and definitions involved in the problem setup.
negation said:Homework Statement
I'm trying to bridge F =ma to m/2(dv2/dx). It was shown in the course book I have but there's a huge disconnection in the steps.
The Attempt at a Solution
F =ma = m.(dv/dt) = m(dv/dx . dx/dt) = mv(dv/dx). Where do I take it from here?
dauto said:Multiply both sides of your equation by dx to get
F dx = mv dv
Integrate both side, what do you get?
rude man said:Formally differentiate d/dx(v^2). What do you get?