(a)[8]
For $\mu = \tfrac{1}{3}\sqrt{3}$, determine the particle’s speed at $C$.
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Instead, if the particle is brought to rest at $C$, determine the exact value of $\mu$.
Mathematics 9709 · AS & A Level · Energy, work and power
For $\mu = \tfrac{1}{3}\sqrt{3}$, determine the particle’s speed at $C$.
Instead, if the particle is brought to rest at $C$, determine the exact value of $\mu$.
This 12-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme. One marking point: “Use PE loss or KE gain from $A$ to $B$, e.g. $0.2 \times 10 \times 0.5 = \tfrac12 \times 0.2 v_B^2$” …