High School How to Determine Particle Probability with Constant Linear Momentum?

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The discussion centers on determining the probability of a particle's position when its linear momentum is constant, specifically with a value of five. The original poster expresses confusion about applying probabilistic density concepts to a scenario with fixed momentum, contrasting it with previous experiences involving ranges of values. Participants suggest that the issue may relate to the Heisenberg Uncertainty Principle and question whether the assumption of zero uncertainty in momentum is valid. Clarification is requested to better understand the calculations being attempted. The conversation highlights the complexities of applying probability theory to constant momentum scenarios in quantum mechanics.
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Studying probabilistic density, I know that a function that is integrated between two limits presents a probability. But how should I think to solve a problem where I need to determine the probability of a particle being seen being that its moment liner is a constant value
 
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volnei_cipriano said:
Studying probabilistic density, I know that a function that is integrated between two limits presents a probability. But how should I think to solve a problem where I need to determine the probability of a particle being seen being that its moment liner is a constant value

There may be something lost in translation there. Do you mean the probability that you have specific value?
 
The linear momentum of the particle has a value equal to five. I'm trying to understand how I can explain the probability of a particle view by having a constant liner moment. In my previous studies of probabilistic density, I had a range of values, but I could not analyze when the value is constant.
 
volnei_cipriano said:
The linear momentum of the particle has a value equal to five. I'm trying to understand how I can explain the probability of a particle view by having a constant liner moment. In my previous studies of probabilistic density, I had a range of values, but I could not analyze when the value is constant.

I'm sorry to say I don't understand your question.
 
It sounds like you are trying to apply the Heisenberg Uncertainty Principle and you've been told that ##p = 5## (in some units) with ##\Delta p = 0##. Is that your problem?

Were you really told that ##\Delta p = 0## or is this an assumption you are making? You really have told us nothing about the calculation you are trying to do.

Can you try to provide a more complete question?
 
I do not have a good working knowledge of physics yet. I tried to piece this together but after researching this, I couldn’t figure out the correct laws of physics to combine to develop a formula to answer this question. Ex. 1 - A moving object impacts a static object at a constant velocity. Ex. 2 - A moving object impacts a static object at the same velocity but is accelerating at the moment of impact. Assuming the mass of the objects is the same and the velocity at the moment of impact...

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