I need to use the given equations to derive the equation for final velocity.

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The discussion focuses on deriving the equation for final velocity, specifically V2x² = V1x² + 2axΔt, using the provided kinematic equations: V2x = V1x + axΔt and ΔX = V1xΔt + 1/2axΔt². Participants emphasize the need to eliminate the variable ΔX to achieve the desired equation. Additionally, a correction is noted regarding the initial statement of the final equation, indicating the importance of precision in mathematical expressions.

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Given the equations V2x= V1x+ax[tex]\Delta[/tex]t and [tex]\Delta[/tex]X= V1x[tex]\Delta[/tex]t+ 1/2ax[tex]\Delta[/tex]t2, i need to derive the equation V2x2=V1x2+2ax[tex]\Delta[/tex]t. please help me!
 
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rdubs said:
Given the equations V2x= V1x+ax[tex]\Delta[/tex]t and [tex]\Delta[/tex]X= V1x[tex]\Delta[/tex]t+ 1/2ax[tex]\Delta[/tex]t2, i need to derive the equation V2x2=V1x2+2ax[tex]\Delta[/tex]t. please help me!

Welcome to PF.

What variable do you need to eliminate from the equations you are given to get the answer? (Btw, your statement of the final equation is in error.)

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