Can Someone Help Me Understand Bernoulli's Equation for My Physics Course?

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Bernoulli's equation relates pressure, speed, and height in fluid dynamics, and is typically applied under the assumption of idealized flow. The discussion highlights a lack of foundational physics knowledge, particularly since the user hasn't studied the subject since Year 10. It suggests that understanding how to substitute given quantities into the equation is crucial for solving related problems. Additionally, it clarifies that viscosity is often disregarded in these calculations. Mastery of these concepts is essential for successfully navigating the physics course.
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Hi everyone, I am currently doing Physics at UNI but I haven't done it in high school. I was wondering if you guys can help me by guiding me on what to do? Much appreciated.

I am not doing a Physics Degree. I am doing Physics as an online course as an elective and I have no idea what the questions are on about as I have not done Physics since Year 10.
 
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What have you done so far on the problem? What don't you understand properly?
 
I don't understand how to use the equation.
 
Bernoulli's equation has quantities like pressure, speed, and height in it. The problem statement has information about pressure, speed, and height in it. It appears, at first glance anyway, that substitution of the given quantities into Bernoulli's equation is the way to go.
 
Part of the problem statement includes the viscosity of water, but I don't think that you're supposed to use that in your calculations and instead assume an idealized flow, which is what most Bernoulli problems do.
 
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