The discussion centers around calculating Vijay's reflex time when he catches a scale dropped by Arvind, which slips 20 cm during the fall. The relevant kinematic equation for constant acceleration is identified as d = vit + ½at2, where the initial velocity (vi) is zero and acceleration (a) is 9.81 m/s2. Participants emphasize the importance of using the correct forum for questions, suggesting that this topic is more suited for the homework forum. The conversation highlights the need for understanding kinematic equations to solve problems involving constant acceleration.
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cristo said:Do you know any equations that may help you here? (hint: constant acceleration).
Is there a reason why this is in the tutorial forum? In future please post in the homework forum.
ritwik06 said:yes, the acceleration will be 9.8 m/sec^2. But how will this help?
oh! I am sorry once again. I haven't understood till now, as to which question should I post in which section. I am sorry again.
cristo said:Correct. Do you know any equations that will help you here? You are told the displacement, and you know that the initial velocity is zero.
That's ok. I'm sure it'll be moved for you soon anyway! In future though, use the homework forum. It's the second forum in the list on the front page (just under the tutorial forum)
cristo said:Have you come across the kinematic equations, for constant acceleration? Here's a link to them (scroll about half way down the page): http://www.glenbrook.k12.il.us/GBSSCI/PHYS/Class/1DKin/U1L6a.html . Which one do you think is most useful in this case?
ritwik06 said:will the 3rd one help? I have not studdied kinematics yet :S