Finding angular acceleration from revolutions and velocity

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The discussion focuses on calculating angular acceleration given a final angular velocity of 6 rad/s and 2 complete revolutions. The relevant equation used is wf² = wi² + 2αd, where d is the distance traveled in radians. By converting revolutions to radians (2 rev * 2π), the calculated angular acceleration is α = 1.43 rad/s². This solution is confirmed as correct based on the provided parameters.

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Homework Statement


an object starts from rest and has a final angular velocity of 6 rad/s. the object makes 2 complete revolutions. find the object's angular acceleration.

Homework Equations


wf^2=wi^2+2αd

The Attempt at a Solution


Not sure what to do with the revolutions, would it take act as the distance traveled? I am not given the radius, so the most I can do is:
6^2=0+2α(2rev*2π)
α=1.43rad/s^2
I'm not given the answer for this question so I am not sure if I am right or extremely wrong
 
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hpthgpjo said:

Homework Statement


an object starts from rest and has a final angular velocity of 6 rad/s. the object makes 2 complete revolutions. find the object's angular acceleration.

Homework Equations


wf^2=wi^2+2αd

The Attempt at a Solution


Not sure what to do with the revolutions, would it take act as the distance traveled? I am not given the radius, so the most I can do is:
6^2=0+2α(2rev*2π)
α=1.43rad/s^2
I'm not given the answer for this question so I am not sure if I am right or extremely wrong
Looks good.
 
alright thank you!
 

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