The discussion revolves around the definition of measurement, particularly focusing on the phrase "how many times the standard unit" as it relates to units of velocity, such as meters per second (m/s). Participants are exploring the implications of this definition and its application in various contexts.
The conversation is ongoing, with participants providing insights and clarifications about the definitions and implications of measurement. Some guidance has been offered regarding the nature of derived units and the role of prefixes in measurement, but no consensus has been reached.
There is a mention of the need for clearer problem statements and personal attempts to solve the problem, indicating that participants are encouraged to engage more deeply with the material. The discussion also touches on the definitions of base and derived units within the SI system.
You need to post a much clearer problem statement and also show your own attempt to solve the problem.Faraz0007 said:
It means what multiple of one of the unit. If the unit is m/s and the multiple is five then we have 5x1m/s=5m/s.Faraz0007 said:
No. The “standard unit” of velocity is m/s (in SI). It can actually be any unit of velocity in a measurement as long as it is a well-defined unit of velocity. The meter and the second are base units of the SI.Tom.G said:
The unit m/s is a derived unit as opposed to a base unit. The velocity ##v## itself can be measured in this derived unit (or any other unit of velocity), but it is not referred to as a derived value. It is simply a quantity with dimensions L/T, which therefore needs to be measured using a unit of that dimension.Tom.G said:
Suppose you have 48 apples in a basket. If the unit is "1 apple", you have 48×(1 apple). If the unit is "a pair of apples", you have 48×(2 apples) . If the unit is "a dozen apples", you have 4×(12 apples). I used "apple" for the unit but I could just as well have used oranges or bananas.Faraz0007 said:
