Dynamics problem using the Lagrangian

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The discussion revolves around a dynamics problem that involves the use of the Lagrangian method. Participants are attempting to find a solution but are encountering discrepancies between their answers and those found in reference materials.

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This answer is not matching with my book's answer...please help me...I have tried to solve the problem and have reached an answer though not correct...please do not close this question
 
Amitayas Banerjee said:
please do not close this question

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