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Mr. G’s Problem Solving Guidelines
Step #1
Identify and write the variables given in the problem.
Ex: Vf = 10 m/s
Vo = 0
t = 2 sec
Step #2
Identify and write the unknown variable.
Ex: a = ?
Step #3
Choose the most appropriate equation, and solve it for the unknown variable.
Ex: Vf - Vo = a t
a = Vf - Vo / t
Step #4
“Plug N Chug” Enter the values with units.
a = (10 m/s – 0 m/s) / 2 s Perform the necessary math. Write your answer with units.
a = 5 m/s^2
Step #5
Check your answer. Do the units make sense? Does the magnitude seem right?
You are done!