Each of the following equations was given by a student during an examination. Do a dimensional analysis of each equation and explain why the equation can't be correct. (2) m² =mv,+ Vmgh This answer has not been graded yet. (b) v = vo + at? This answer has not been graded yet. (c) ma = v2

Each of the following equations was given by a student during an examination. Do a dimensional analysis of each equation and explain why the equation can't be correct. (2) m² =mv,+ Vmgh This answer has not been graded yet. (b) v = vo + at? This answer has not been graded yet. (c) ma = v2

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Each of the following equations was given by a student during an examination. Do a dimensional analysis of each equation and explain why the equation can't be correct.
(2) m² = mv,+ Vmgh
This answer has not been graded yet.
(b) v = vo + at?
This answer has not been graded yet.
(c) ma = v2

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