Speed of an arrow when given force, weight, distance

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SUMMARY

The discussion centers on calculating the speed of an arrow given the force applied, its weight, and the distance traveled. The primary equations referenced are Wnet = ΔKE and F = ma, emphasizing the relationship between work, force, and distance. The consensus is that while both equations are useful, the key to solving the problem lies in understanding how work translates into kinetic energy. A kinematic equation may also be necessary for a complete solution.

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  • Understanding of Newton's Second Law (F = ma)
  • Familiarity with the Work-Energy Principle (Wnet = ΔKE)
  • Basic knowledge of kinematic equations
  • Concept of force, weight, and distance in physics
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Homework Statement



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Homework Equations



Wnet = ΔKE
F = ma

The Attempt at a Solution



I don't know how to break this information down into finding a velocity using these equations
 
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the string is doing work on the arrow. Your first equation is all you need for this problem.
 
You'd need both those equations and a kinematic equation - but what you really want would be the relationship between work and force and distance.
 

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