Relating y=mx+c and T^2=kd^3+4pi^2l/g

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The discussion revolves around understanding the relationship between the linear equation y=mx+c and the equation T^2=kd^3+4pi^2l/g, particularly in the context of a pendulum lab experiment.

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  • Exploratory, Assumption checking

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • Participants are questioning the relevance and context of the two equations, with some expressing uncertainty about the origin of the T^2 equation and its components. There is a suggestion to clarify the context of the problem and the purpose of comparing the two equations.

Discussion Status

The discussion is ongoing, with participants seeking clarification on the equations and their relationship. Some guidance has been offered regarding the context of the pendulum lab, but no consensus has been reached on how the equations relate to each other.

Contextual Notes

Participants note that the equation T^2=kd^3+4pi^2l/g was provided for the lab, and there is mention of constants involved, such as k and g, which may influence the interpretation of the equations.

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Homework Statement


Can someone please tell me how these two equations are related

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y=mx+c; T^2=kd^3+4pi^2l/g[/B]
 
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The first is just the generic equation for a line in 2-D space. The second does not seem to be related to it at all. Are we supposed to just guess where you got these and why you want to compare them? That is, should we just guess what the context of your question is?
 
Natalie Morris said:

Homework Statement


Can someone please tell me how these two equations are related

Homework Equations


y=mx+c; T^2=kd^3+4pi^2l/g[/B]
Hi NM. http://img96.imageshack.us/img96/5725/red5e5etimes5e5e45e5e25.gif

I don't recognize the kd^3 term. Where did this equation for T^2 come from?

This old thread may hold some answers: https://www.physicsforums.com/threads/shm-pendulum-length-gravity-question.529318/
 
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Well we got a pendulum lab to perform and had to relate the period T^2 to the distance of a yielding support d^3. That equation was provided to us to use to determine the values of k and g in the equation, where k was a constant and g was acceleration of free fall
 

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