Why Does the Rotational Energy Formula Give Different Results for E(2+)?

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The discussion centers on the discrepancy in calculating the energy of the E(2+) state using the rotational energy formula. The expected result is 92 KeV, while the calculation yields 3096 KeV. A moderator points out that there is a flaw in the exercise, asserting that the original calculation is incorrect. This indicates a need for a deeper understanding of the rotational energy formula and its application in nuclear physics.

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Summary: I want to show by using the rotational energy formula that ##E(2^+) = 92 KeV##? But I got ##E(2^+) = 3096KeV##. Below is what I've done. There must be something I am missing.

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[Moderator's note: Moved from a technical forum and thus no template.]
 
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There's a flaw in this exercise. My result is correct.
 

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