Instantaneous velocity expression

In summary, the conversation discusses an equation of a position v time graph and finding the instantaneous velocity at t=0.000s using the derivative of the equation. The resulting equation for instantaneous velocity is 1368t^3-381t^2+3.74t+2.45. The conversation also mentions using this method to find instant acceleration at other times.
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UrbanXrisis
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This is an equation of a position v time graph:

x=342t^4-127t^3+1.87t^2+2.45t

I need to use this expression to find the instantaneous velocity at t=0.000s
 
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  • #2
And how is inst. velocity related to position?
 
  • #3
take the derivative of the first equation
then just plug in t
and volla you got instantious velocity
 
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x`=1368t^3-381t^2+3.74t+2.45

is that correct?
 
  • #5
When you are done check your answer

This is what i got
its in white so you must highlight
[tex] 1368x^3 - 381x^2+3.74X+2.45 [/tex]
=2.45=instant velocity

lol
oh t is 0
well this is how you would find instant acceleration at other times
[tex] 4104x^2-762x+3.74[/tex]

sorry I added extra but I am just learning this so I thought it would be good practice.
 
  • #6
Oh sorry I guess tex equations don't turn white
 
  • #7
Besides, you used x as the variable rather than t :wink:
 
  • #8
Darn I was so close to getting it right
 

1. What is instantaneous velocity expression?

Instantaneous velocity expression is a mathematical expression that represents the rate of change of an object's position at a specific moment in time. It is the derivative of an object's position with respect to time.

2. How is instantaneous velocity expression different from average velocity?

Instantaneous velocity expression represents the velocity of an object at a specific instant, while average velocity represents the overall velocity of an object over a given time interval. Instantaneous velocity can vary greatly within a given time interval, while average velocity is a constant value.

3. What is the formula for calculating instantaneous velocity expression?

The formula for instantaneous velocity expression is v = lim Δt → 0 (Δx/Δt), where v represents velocity, Δx represents change in position, and Δt represents change in time. This formula is based on the fundamental concept of calculus known as the derivative.

4. How is instantaneous velocity expression used in physics?

Instantaneous velocity expression is a crucial concept in physics as it allows us to accurately describe and predict the motion of objects. It is used in various equations, such as those for acceleration, force, and work, to calculate the behavior of objects in motion.

5. What are some real-life examples of instantaneous velocity expression?

Some real-life examples of instantaneous velocity expression include calculating the speed of a moving car at a specific moment in time, determining the velocity of a falling object at a given instant, and finding the rate of change of position of a runner during a race.

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