Is this a valid Kinematics Equation?

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The discussion centers on the validity of the kinematics equation represented as a = dv/dt and its implications. Participants clarify that while the mathematical derivation appears correct, the interpretation of terms such as dv and dx must be precise. The equation dv/dt = (d/dt)(dx/dt) is confirmed to be valid, leading to the conclusion that v = dx/dt is indeed the definition of velocity. Misinterpretation of the terms can lead to confusion regarding motion when velocity change is zero.

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a = dv/dt
a = (d/dt)(dx/dt)
dv/dt = (d/dt)(dx/dt)
dv = dx/dt
dx = dvdt
Xf - Xi = (tf-t0)*dv

Is this a valid equation? It doesn't seem right to me since if velocity change is 0, then dv = 0, meaning your change in position is 0. That shouldn't be right, as even though your velocity change is 0, you still have velocity meaning you are moving. But the math seems like it works out.
 
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yosimba2000 said:
dv/dt = (d/dt)(dx/dt)
dv = dx/dt
This step is wrong. Integrating both sides gives ##v = dx/dt## which is the definition of ##v##.
 
Oh, right! I should have read dv/dt as (d/dt)(v).
 

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