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Calculating Distance to a Wall Using Speed of Sound
- Thread starter Barlock
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SUMMARY
The discussion centers on calculating the distance to a wall using the speed of sound, specifically 340.298 m/s, based on the scenario where two individuals are 150 m apart and one fires a gun. Participants debated the interpretation of the phrase "in an interval of 2 seconds," leading to different calculations of the distance to the wall, with answers ranging from 406 m to 412 m. The consensus indicates that the correct approach involves considering the sound's travel time and reflection off the wall, with the midpoint between the two individuals being crucial for accurate calculations.
PREREQUISITES- Understanding of basic physics concepts, particularly sound propagation.
- Familiarity with the speed of sound calculations.
- Knowledge of Pythagorean theorem applications in distance problems.
- Ability to interpret and manipulate algebraic equations.
- Study the principles of sound reflection and how it affects distance calculations.
- Learn about the Pythagorean theorem in real-world applications.
- Explore the implications of time intervals in physics problems.
- Investigate common pitfalls in interpreting physics problems and how to clarify ambiguous statements.
Students studying physics, educators teaching sound propagation concepts, and anyone interested in solving real-world distance problems using sound waves.
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