How Accurate Are These Calculations Based on Newton's Second Law?

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The discussion revolves around the calculations based on Newton's Second Law, specifically focusing on determining acceleration. The original poster provided calculations resulting in values of 8.66x10^-17 and 3.9x10^-67, seeking assistance with their methodology. Key points include the clarification that to find time, average velocity should be used instead of final velocity. Additionally, the correct formula for acceleration is emphasized as ΔV/Time rather than V(final)/Time. Accurate application of these principles is crucial for correct calculations in physics.
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Please show your work. How did you calculate the acceleration?
 
V(final)= Displacemenet/Time << to get the time
then
Acceleration= V(final)/Time

but am not sure ...
 
salooom599 said:
V(final)= Displacemenet/Time << to get the time
To get the time you'll need the average velocity, not the final velocity.
then
Acceleration= V(final)/Time
Acceleration = ΔV/Time.
 

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