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  • Calculating Bullet Velocity: A Step-by-Step Guide
    Here's how to calculate the bullet's velocity:

    1. Understand the Concepts

    * Kinetic Energy (KE): The energy an object possesses due to its motion. It's calculated using the formula: KE = (1/2) * m * v^2

    * KE is kinetic energy (in Joules)

    * m is mass (in kilograms)

    * v is velocity (in meters per second)

    2. Convert Units

    * The bullet's mass is given in grams (60 g). Convert this to kilograms: 60 g / 1000 g/kg = 0.06 kg

    3. Rearrange the Kinetic Energy Formula to Solve for Velocity

    We want to find the velocity (v), so rearrange the formula:

    * KE = (1/2) * m * v^2

    * 2 * KE / m = v^2

    * √(2 * KE / m) = v

    4. Plug in the Values and Calculate

    * KE = 3150 J

    * m = 0.06 kg

    * v = √(2 * 3150 J / 0.06 kg)

    * v ≈ 324.03 m/s

    Answer: The velocity of the bullet is approximately 324.03 meters per second.

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