MHB Question on velocity and acceleration

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The discussion revolves around seeking help with a question on velocity and acceleration, with participants expressing a desire for mathematical assistance or hints. One user mentions a prominent mathematician from the UK, Opalg, as a source of expertise but questions whether the provided answer originated from him. The conversation highlights a light-hearted acknowledgment of the UK's mathematical talent. Overall, the forum participants are focused on finding clarity in the concepts of velocity and acceleration. The exchange emphasizes the community's collaborative spirit in tackling mathematical challenges.
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How to answer this question? Any math help, hint, or even correct answer will be accepted.
 
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Hello,
UK's (United Kingdom) one great expert mathematician provided me the answer to this question which I reproduced it below here:

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Gosh, I would have thought that the United Kingdom had more than just one "great expert mathematician"!
 
Country Boy said:
Gosh, I would have thought that the United Kingdom had more than just one "great expert mathematician"!

The one great expert mathematician in the UK (that I know of) is Opalg who is with us here on MHB. But I don't think that answer came from him.
 
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Yes, I will certainly accept that Opalg is a "great expert mathematician"!
 
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