Find final velocities in the reference frame to the ground.

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Homework Help Overview

The discussion revolves around finding final velocities in different reference frames, specifically transitioning between the bat's reference frame and the ground frame. The subject area includes concepts of relative motion and velocity transformations in physics.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Assumption checking, Problem interpretation

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • Participants explore how to convert velocities between the bat's reference frame and the ground frame. Questions arise about the correct application of relative velocity concepts and the implications of signs in velocity calculations.

Discussion Status

The discussion is active, with participants attempting to clarify their understanding of relative velocities. Some guidance has been offered regarding the relationship between velocities in different frames, and there is an ongoing exploration of how to apply these concepts to the original problem.

Contextual Notes

Participants are navigating the complexities of relative motion, including the effects of direction and magnitude on velocity calculations. There is a focus on ensuring that assumptions about the reference frames are correctly understood and applied.

  • #31
The velocity wrt the ground is already what we need.
 

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