Velocity from Kinetic energy and work energy theorem

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The discussion focuses on calculating the speed of a 0.066 kg arrow fired horizontally using the Work Energy Theorem. The average force exerted by the bowstring is 50 N over a distance of 0.95 m. The correct application of the Work Energy Theorem states that the work done on the arrow equals the change in kinetic energy. By equating the work done (Force x Distance) to the kinetic energy formula, the final velocity can be accurately determined.

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1. A 0.066 kg arrow is fired horizontally. The bowstring exerts an average force of 50 N on the arrow over a distance of 0.95 m. With what speed does the arrow leave the bow?


2. Work Energy Theorem = change in kinetic energy = (1/2*mass*Final Velocity^2)-(1/2*mass*Initial Velocity^2)



3. Since the initial speed is zero and the mass is given, I get a solution of 0, but that is most likely because I did the algebra wrong. I got an equation of Final Velocity = Square root (2*.066kg*0m/s)/(2*.066)

Which is clearly wrong. Where did I go wrong?
 
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What is the work done on the arrow?
Equate it to the kinetic energy of the arrow and find the velocity.
 

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