How to Calculate Kinetic Energy (KE)

This video tutorial explains how to calculate kinetic energy using the formula KE = MV^2/2, where M is mass in kilograms and V is velocity in meters per second. It emphasizes the importance of following the order of operations, particularly squaring the velocity first. The tutorial includes two examples: calculating the kinetic energy of a car and a baseball, demonstrating the step-by-step process of plugging values into the formula and solving for kinetic energy. The video also highlights the significance of using correct units and understanding the concept of kinetic energy.

What is the formula used to calculate kinetic energy?

In the first example, what is the mass of the car used to calculate kinetic energy?

How do you ensure that the values plugged into the kinetic energy formula are correct?

What is the final answer for the kinetic energy of the car in Joules?

What is the kinetic energy of the baseball with a mass of 1.75 kilograms thrown at a velocity of 32.8 meters per second?