Calculating the velocity of muons as they leave an accelerator. (Info is given)

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To calculate the velocity of muons as they leave the accelerator, the Time Dilation equation must be manipulated to isolate 'v'. The equation provided is Δt = 1/√(1-v^2/c^2) * Δt_p, with known values of Δt_p and Δt. When v is zero, both Δt and Δt_p equal 2.2 μs, while for moving muons, Δt is 5.0 μs. The key is to algebraically solve for 'v' by substituting the known values into the equation. Assistance is requested to clarify the manipulation process and resolve the calculation.
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Please refer to the link below for the problem statement and known data.

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Calculate the velocity of the muons as they leave the accelerator.
From my understanding, I must manipulate the Time Dilation equation in such a way so as to make velocity 'v' the subject of the equation. So far I haven't been able to manipulate and can't think of any other methods I can use to find the muons velocity. (Im assuming its value is close the the speed of light

Please note, Unfortunately I do not have answers, just marking guidelines which don't help me at all. Any help will be appreciated.
 
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Δt = 1/√(1-v^2/c^2) * Δt_p

When v = 0, Δt = Δt_p = 2.2 μs

When the muon is moving, Δt = 5.0 μs, v is unknown, Δt_p = 2.2 μs.

You should be able to algebraically solve for v and plug in the values.
 
Show what you've done so far and where you are stuck.
 
Thanks Cryora, much appreciated ! :D
 
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