Is My Calculated Acceleration Correct? Help Needed!

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The discussion centers on calculating acceleration using the formula \( a = \frac{V - U}{T} \). The user presents their calculations, arriving at an acceleration of \( 0.04T \) based on a final velocity of \( 0.4 \, \text{m/s} \) and an initial velocity of \( 0 \, \text{m/s} \). The calculations involve substituting values into the equation and simplifying, but the user seeks confirmation of their results. The community's feedback is essential for validating the accuracy of these calculations.

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Hey guys, I am rather stuck with my work from College, I missed a bit of College as I was having treatment for Cancer, and so I missed a lot of work :frown:, but I'm desperately trying to catch up! If anyone could help me with my work, I would really appreciate it, thank you guys/gals!

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For question 1, I got the answer: .04T

0.4 = V Final Velocity

V=U+AT

10 / T
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T mps which is my accelerationt= v-u
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a

t= 0.4 - 0
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10
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T

Time = .4
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10 T = 0.4T

Am I right or wrong? any help please guys!
 
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