Totally lost, any help would be greatly appreciated

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Start date Oct 11, 2006
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In summary, "totally lost" means feeling completely confused, overwhelmed, and unsure in a specific situation or with a task. The person is looking for any kind of assistance or guidance to overcome this confusion and complete the task. More information about the situation can help identify the root cause of the confusion and provide targeted solutions. Identifying any specific tools or resources the person is struggling with can also aid in providing more focused help. The urgency of the need for help can also impact the type and speed of assistance needed.

Oct 11, 2006

Tonyt88

A particle of mass m is subject to a force F(v) = -m(alpha)v^2. The initial position is zero, and the initial speed is v nought. Find x(t)

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Oct 11, 2006

kreil

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what is alpha in this problem?

Oct 11, 2006

Tonyt88

Nothing has been suggested for what alpha is so I really couldn't tell you, sorry perhaps this is why this problem is totally puzzling.

1. What does "totally lost" mean in this context?

In this context, "totally lost" means that the person is feeling completely confused, overwhelmed, and unsure of what to do in a specific situation or with a particular task.

2. What kind of help are you looking for?

The person is looking for any kind of assistance or guidance to help them overcome their confusion and complete the task at hand.

3. Can you provide more information about the situation?

In order to provide effective help, it would be helpful to know more details about the specific situation or task that the person is struggling with. This can help identify the root cause of the confusion and provide targeted solutions.

4. Are there any specific resources or tools that you need help with?

Sometimes, the person may have a specific tool or resource that they are struggling to use or understand. Identifying this can help in providing more focused and relevant assistance.

5. How urgent is the need for help?

The person may have a pressing deadline or time constraint, which can affect the type and speed of assistance needed. Knowing the urgency can help prioritize and provide timely help.