Practice question · Select all that apply
Which strategies are useful for solving mechanics problems?
Hints
- A good strategy must work in every case, not just favourable ones.
- One listed method fails as soon as friction is present.
Show the answer
- A. Drawing a free-body diagram
- C. Checking units in the final answer
- D. Choosing a convenient coordinate system
Why
Energy conservation is not always applicable (e.g., when non-conservative forces act).
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