Solving a Red Equation: Where Did I Go Wrong?

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The discussion revolves around a mathematical equation where the user incorrectly derived the solution as t2 = 2t0, while both Mathematica and the textbook confirm the solution as t2 = t0. The user seeks clarification on the mistake made in the final steps of their solution. Key points include the importance of understanding variable relationships and ensuring consistency in notation throughout the problem-solving process.

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Hey guys.
I have this equation in red (in the pic) which I need to solve

http://img241.imageshack.us/img241/9323/scan0004n.jpg

As you can see I came up with with 2*t0.
When I solve it in Matematica I come up with t2=t0 without the 2.
Also, their answer in the book is also only t0.
Can someone please tell me where is my mistake please?

Thanks.


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Everything looks good until the final line. Why have you suddenly changed from T = t2 to T = 2t0? What is t0? How does it relate to t2?
 

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