Vector components problem determinings final kinetic energy

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The discussion centers on solving a physics problem involving vector components to determine final kinetic energy. The user attempts to calculate final velocities using the equation vxf^2 = vxi^2 + 2aX, first determining acceleration from force vectors divided by mass. They encounter issues due to one negative acceleration, leading to confusion in calculating the final velocity. The user then shifts to using total vectors and recalculates various components, ultimately arriving at a final kinetic energy value that they believe is incorrect. Assistance is requested to clarify the calculations and ensure the correct application of physics principles.
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Homework Statement



question 2

http://web.viu.ca/hearnd/Courses/Phys121/F02Test2/Page%201.htm"

The Attempt at a Solution




I have been trying to do question 2 on the practice test but I am stuck.
I was trying to calculate the final velocities along each vector by using the equation
vxf^2=vxi^2+2aX
first i determined the acceleration by dividing each of the force vectors by the mass of the object
but since one of the accelerations was negative I could not calculate the final velocity of that vector

so now I am trying with the total vectors for

sqrt(4^2 +0 +0)

because only one component out of three has any initial velocity

so vi=4m/s

F=sqrt(4^2+(-3)^2+2^2)=5.385N
so
a= 2.69258 m/s

d=sqrt(16^2+4^2+8^2)= 18.3303

v=sqrt(4+2(2.69258)(18.3303))
vf=10.13

Ek=106.09

which is wrong

any help would be appreciated
 
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