“Eye for an eye, tooth for a tooth” this system of equal punishment or “lex talionis” is the system on which our judicial system has been founded. There is no crime in which the punishment is less than the crime inflicted. If there were, crime would be a profitable business for criminals even if they were caught.
Punishment in fact must be exponentially greater than the profits of the crime so as to ably deter potential criminals. By implementing dangerous penalties we can protect ourselves from further encroachment on the law.
This was the theory behind the establishment of capital punishment, a practice that predates written history. There is no crime greater than to take the life of another man, as such there can only be one punishment severe enough to deter future homicides, only one punishment capable of challenging a killers resolve, only one punishment which fits the crime: Death.
Currently the issue of the death penalty has again came into the light of the public. There are cries some who claim the death penalty unconstitutional, claiming it qualifies as cruel and unusual punishment. Many would further argue that the system by which the judicial system doles out the death penalty is not thorough enough, that criminals are convinced to rashly and many innocent men and women die.
According to multiple studies on the Death Penalty Information Center the current system of capital punishment costs 4 times as much as the average case, which seeks life without parole. Cases must employ Jurors and court personnel for longer, do much deeper investigation
Monday, October 19, 2009
Friday, October 9, 2009
Zachary Weber
AP Physics
2.2.10
10/7/09
1. A)
Y=Y0+Vt+(1/2)at^2
Cos(70)=x/35
Sin(70)=x/35
V1= velocity of ball
V1x=35tcos(70)=11.9707t
V1y=35tsin(70)=32.8892t
V2= velocity of gravity
V2x= 0
V2y= -(1/2)9.8t^2
Combined equations
Vx=11.9707t
Vy=32.8892t - (1/2)9.8t^2
Y=32.8892t-(1/2)9.8t^2
6=32.8892t-(1/2)9.8t^2
0=-6+32.8892t-(1/2)9.8t^2
t=6.5244032
6.534403 seconds
B.)11.9707(6.5344)=78.2213Meters
C.) t=6.534403/2=3.2672seconds
32.8892(3.2672)-(1/2)9.8(3.2672)^2=68.4636 meters
2.)
V1= apple
V2=arrow
V1x=0
V1y=-(1/2)9.8t^2
V2y=-(1/2)9.8t^2
V2x=(-(1/2)9.8)^2+V2x^2=40^2
V2x=square root1575.99
V2x=39.6987
Combined vectors
Vy=-(1/2)9.8t^2
Vx=39.6987t
10/Vx=t
10/39.6987=.251897
time for arrow to reach meeting place, t=.251897seconds
1.5=20-(1/2)9.8t^2
-18.5=-(1/2)9.8t^2
37=9.8t^2
3.7755=t^2
time for apple to reach meeting place, t=1.94306459seconds
1.94306459-.251897=1.69116759 seconds
He should release the arrow 1.691167 seconds after the apple is dropped.
3.)A.)
V1=velocity of ball
V2= Velocity of gravity
V1y= sin(45)=x/22
V1y=15.55634
V1x=cos(45)=x/22
V1x=15.55634
V2x=0
V2y=-(1/2)9.8t^2
Combined
Vx=15.55634t
Vy=15.55634t-(1/2)9.8t^2
0=15.55634t-(1/2)9.8t^2
t=3.174763
15.55634(3.174763)=49.3877
49.3877-25=24.3877/3.174763=7.681745M/second
B.) 3.174763/2=1.5873815seonds
15.5563(1.5873815)-(1/2)9.8(1.5873815)^2=12.3468
4.) A.) V1=Plane
V2=wind
North=90degrees
East=0degrees
South=-90degrees
West=180degrees
V1y=Sin(-45)=x/200
V1y=-141.4213562
V1x=cos(-45)=x/200
V1x=141.4213562
V2y=sin45=x/60
V2y=42.426406
V2x=cos45=x/60
V2x=42.426406
Combined
Vx=141.4213562x+42.6406
Vx=186.8477631x
Vy=-141.4213562x+42.6406
Vy=-98.7807562x
Tanx=-98.7807562/186.8477631
X=-27.86405276 degrees
The plane will travel east-southeast
B.) -98.7807562^2+186.8477631^2=landspeed^2
211.3521336M/s=ground speed
AP Physics
2.2.10
10/7/09
1. A)
Y=Y0+Vt+(1/2)at^2
Cos(70)=x/35
Sin(70)=x/35
V1= velocity of ball
V1x=35tcos(70)=11.9707t
V1y=35tsin(70)=32.8892t
V2= velocity of gravity
V2x= 0
V2y= -(1/2)9.8t^2
Combined equations
Vx=11.9707t
Vy=32.8892t - (1/2)9.8t^2
Y=32.8892t-(1/2)9.8t^2
6=32.8892t-(1/2)9.8t^2
0=-6+32.8892t-(1/2)9.8t^2
t=6.5244032
6.534403 seconds
B.)11.9707(6.5344)=78.2213Meters
C.) t=6.534403/2=3.2672seconds
32.8892(3.2672)-(1/2)9.8(3.2672)^2=68.4636 meters
2.)
V1= apple
V2=arrow
V1x=0
V1y=-(1/2)9.8t^2
V2y=-(1/2)9.8t^2
V2x=(-(1/2)9.8)^2+V2x^2=40^2
V2x=square root1575.99
V2x=39.6987
Combined vectors
Vy=-(1/2)9.8t^2
Vx=39.6987t
10/Vx=t
10/39.6987=.251897
time for arrow to reach meeting place, t=.251897seconds
1.5=20-(1/2)9.8t^2
-18.5=-(1/2)9.8t^2
37=9.8t^2
3.7755=t^2
time for apple to reach meeting place, t=1.94306459seconds
1.94306459-.251897=1.69116759 seconds
He should release the arrow 1.691167 seconds after the apple is dropped.
3.)A.)
V1=velocity of ball
V2= Velocity of gravity
V1y= sin(45)=x/22
V1y=15.55634
V1x=cos(45)=x/22
V1x=15.55634
V2x=0
V2y=-(1/2)9.8t^2
Combined
Vx=15.55634t
Vy=15.55634t-(1/2)9.8t^2
0=15.55634t-(1/2)9.8t^2
t=3.174763
15.55634(3.174763)=49.3877
49.3877-25=24.3877/3.174763=7.681745M/second
B.) 3.174763/2=1.5873815seonds
15.5563(1.5873815)-(1/2)9.8(1.5873815)^2=12.3468
4.) A.) V1=Plane
V2=wind
North=90degrees
East=0degrees
South=-90degrees
West=180degrees
V1y=Sin(-45)=x/200
V1y=-141.4213562
V1x=cos(-45)=x/200
V1x=141.4213562
V2y=sin45=x/60
V2y=42.426406
V2x=cos45=x/60
V2x=42.426406
Combined
Vx=141.4213562x+42.6406
Vx=186.8477631x
Vy=-141.4213562x+42.6406
Vy=-98.7807562x
Tanx=-98.7807562/186.8477631
X=-27.86405276 degrees
The plane will travel east-southeast
B.) -98.7807562^2+186.8477631^2=landspeed^2
211.3521336M/s=ground speed
Monday, September 14, 2009
statistics
1. A.) Quantitative. The amount of time, is something that can be measured with a watch. Things that can be measured are quantitative.
B.) Quantitative. Although the data is discrete, the number of students is still recorded in numbers so it is quantitative rather than categorical.
C.) Categorical. Because the data is not numerical, it is recorded in excellent, good, fair, and poor it is categorical.
D.) Categorical, the states are non-numerical.
2. A.) Discrete, because the population can not be measured, it must be counted the data is discrete, just as the 2 ½ brothers example is discrete
B.) Continuous , weights can be measured using scales, you can do things with these numbers like find the average weight.
C.) Continuous, Time is almost always continuous because it is measured in seconds or minutes or hours. The sociology part of the question is irrelevant.
D.)Discrete, any time the data is concerned with the number of people the data will be discrete because you can not measure the number of people you must count them.
3.) A.) The variable of interest is survival time after a particular regimen of radiotherapy. The variable is not the type of cancer or the type of treatment because the researcher is estimating time, and these must remain constant for his experiment to be valid.
B.) Quantitative continuous, the data will be recorded in numbers so it is quantitative, with a watch so they are not categorical. Also the data could be manipulated to find the average survival length and such.
4.) Qualitative,
5.) A.) Qualitative
1.) A.) Descriptive statistical study, the data has already been recorded, you are merely putting together a study to present the data. You are not using the data to make inferences about how the house will vote, or any new data.
B.) Descriptive, if this report was compared to the other report, the data would be inferential. Also if this report was used to estimate what the vote would be it would be inferential, however this is only a display of how 435 people felt about taxes.
2.) A.) Discrete quantitative, the number of eggs can be manipulated to find the average number of eggs and so on, so the numbers are quantitative, but they must also be recorded by counting so they are discrete.
B.) Continuous quantitative, unlike the number of eggs, which must be counted, the weight of eggs can be measured on a scale.
B.) Quantitative. Although the data is discrete, the number of students is still recorded in numbers so it is quantitative rather than categorical.
C.) Categorical. Because the data is not numerical, it is recorded in excellent, good, fair, and poor it is categorical.
D.) Categorical, the states are non-numerical.
2. A.) Discrete, because the population can not be measured, it must be counted the data is discrete, just as the 2 ½ brothers example is discrete
B.) Continuous , weights can be measured using scales, you can do things with these numbers like find the average weight.
C.) Continuous, Time is almost always continuous because it is measured in seconds or minutes or hours. The sociology part of the question is irrelevant.
D.)Discrete, any time the data is concerned with the number of people the data will be discrete because you can not measure the number of people you must count them.
3.) A.) The variable of interest is survival time after a particular regimen of radiotherapy. The variable is not the type of cancer or the type of treatment because the researcher is estimating time, and these must remain constant for his experiment to be valid.
B.) Quantitative continuous, the data will be recorded in numbers so it is quantitative, with a watch so they are not categorical. Also the data could be manipulated to find the average survival length and such.
4.) Qualitative,
5.) A.) Qualitative
1.) A.) Descriptive statistical study, the data has already been recorded, you are merely putting together a study to present the data. You are not using the data to make inferences about how the house will vote, or any new data.
B.) Descriptive, if this report was compared to the other report, the data would be inferential. Also if this report was used to estimate what the vote would be it would be inferential, however this is only a display of how 435 people felt about taxes.
2.) A.) Discrete quantitative, the number of eggs can be manipulated to find the average number of eggs and so on, so the numbers are quantitative, but they must also be recorded by counting so they are discrete.
B.) Continuous quantitative, unlike the number of eggs, which must be counted, the weight of eggs can be measured on a scale.
Sunday, September 13, 2009
Quinn Weber
9-11-09
Period 1
“On Native Soil”
BLAME EVERYONE!
The story of 9/11 and the aftermath has been well documented, “On Native Soil” tries to take a fresh look at the tragedy by taking a look at the family members of those lost in the September 11th attacks whom were responsible for the formation of the 9/11 commission. After a brief overview of the history of the USA and Al Queda, the film dives into that horrific day, attempting to step by step breaking down the many steps of incompetence which were committed. At the same time the documentary shows the testimony of those it pens responsible and the reactions of the family members and 9/11 commission.
Linda Ellman’s “On Native Soil” features many eye-witness interviews and inspirational and gut-wrenching stories of survivors. From the story of Brian and Stanley’s escape from tower 2 to David Lim’s rescue mission all the stories are touching. The film itself is narrated by powerful actors: Kevin Costner and Hillary Swank.
“On Native Soil” manages to avoid the groove which many of it fellow documentaries fall into- the abyss of boredom. The film features lots of interesting testimony, well-lit interviews, recorded conversations, and explosions to keep the viewer interested. The interweaving stories are very interesting and it seems like almost every type of victim is represented; from the family of those on board, those in the towers, to those in the pentagon. Certainly “On Native Soil” Did its homework and had an excellent team of editors and producers.
The downfalls of documenting such a devastating event will always be that the outcome will be weighty. “On Native Soil” not only presents the deceased, it attacks our entire government and more as incompetent. From the FAA and Condoleezza Rice to Airline Security and the New York rescue teams; everyone is under attack. The film gives no merit to what was attempted to do, the efforts of the firemen or police in New York, and also no recognition to the efforts at the pentagon. The only time the movie is not completely depressing is when it is depicting the struggle on board flight 93 which crash landed in Shanksville.
“On Native Soil” is a well done, educational documentary, which covers a historic even that should never be forgotten, but should we remember this day only for how our nation failed? By pointing fingers at those who the family members blame, the documentary hopes to reform the government. This film seems to be more of a political tool for gathering anti-government sentiments than a documentary depicting the story of those lost. After watching “On Native Soil, the viewer has almost the same symptoms after watching a PETA video.
The attacks on September 11th are well filmed, there are many other documentaries on the market today which present a much more balanced argument against the nation, while giving deeper background into the terrorist attacks and presenting information in a non-opinionated way. Documentaries are supposed to inform the viewer, not influence them. "On Native Soil" should be watched only after many alternatives have been exhausted and more oppinions are still craved. Im going to stay with the history channel specials.
9-11-09
Period 1
“On Native Soil”
BLAME EVERYONE!
The story of 9/11 and the aftermath has been well documented, “On Native Soil” tries to take a fresh look at the tragedy by taking a look at the family members of those lost in the September 11th attacks whom were responsible for the formation of the 9/11 commission. After a brief overview of the history of the USA and Al Queda, the film dives into that horrific day, attempting to step by step breaking down the many steps of incompetence which were committed. At the same time the documentary shows the testimony of those it pens responsible and the reactions of the family members and 9/11 commission.
Linda Ellman’s “On Native Soil” features many eye-witness interviews and inspirational and gut-wrenching stories of survivors. From the story of Brian and Stanley’s escape from tower 2 to David Lim’s rescue mission all the stories are touching. The film itself is narrated by powerful actors: Kevin Costner and Hillary Swank.
“On Native Soil” manages to avoid the groove which many of it fellow documentaries fall into- the abyss of boredom. The film features lots of interesting testimony, well-lit interviews, recorded conversations, and explosions to keep the viewer interested. The interweaving stories are very interesting and it seems like almost every type of victim is represented; from the family of those on board, those in the towers, to those in the pentagon. Certainly “On Native Soil” Did its homework and had an excellent team of editors and producers.
The downfalls of documenting such a devastating event will always be that the outcome will be weighty. “On Native Soil” not only presents the deceased, it attacks our entire government and more as incompetent. From the FAA and Condoleezza Rice to Airline Security and the New York rescue teams; everyone is under attack. The film gives no merit to what was attempted to do, the efforts of the firemen or police in New York, and also no recognition to the efforts at the pentagon. The only time the movie is not completely depressing is when it is depicting the struggle on board flight 93 which crash landed in Shanksville.
“On Native Soil” is a well done, educational documentary, which covers a historic even that should never be forgotten, but should we remember this day only for how our nation failed? By pointing fingers at those who the family members blame, the documentary hopes to reform the government. This film seems to be more of a political tool for gathering anti-government sentiments than a documentary depicting the story of those lost. After watching “On Native Soil, the viewer has almost the same symptoms after watching a PETA video.
The attacks on September 11th are well filmed, there are many other documentaries on the market today which present a much more balanced argument against the nation, while giving deeper background into the terrorist attacks and presenting information in a non-opinionated way. Documentaries are supposed to inform the viewer, not influence them. "On Native Soil" should be watched only after many alternatives have been exhausted and more oppinions are still craved. Im going to stay with the history channel specials.
Friday, September 4, 2009
SEPTEMBER 26th!!
Help clean up your favorite trail or stream in a fun family friendly event. Did you enjoy clean-sweep? Then you’ll love National Public Lands And Coastal Clean-Up Day!
Sign-up at 9:00AM in Glacial Smoothies where free shuttles will transport willing cleaners to and from Dyea and Long Bay and…
FREE COFFEE AND SMOOTHIE TOKENS!!!
The event will end by noon when a preview of the national series “The National Parks: America’s Best Idea” will be shown at 2nd and Broadway at the national Park Visitor Center.
Important: Drop your garbage off at the tribal House on 11th and Broadway on Saturday Only!!
Gloves and Boots are recommended and will NOT be provided.
Help clean up your favorite trail or stream in a fun family friendly event. Did you enjoy clean-sweep? Then you’ll love National Public Lands And Coastal Clean-Up Day!
Sign-up at 9:00AM in Glacial Smoothies where free shuttles will transport willing cleaners to and from Dyea and Long Bay and…
FREE COFFEE AND SMOOTHIE TOKENS!!!
The event will end by noon when a preview of the national series “The National Parks: America’s Best Idea” will be shown at 2nd and Broadway at the national Park Visitor Center.
Important: Drop your garbage off at the tribal House on 11th and Broadway on Saturday Only!!
Gloves and Boots are recommended and will NOT be provided.
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