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3.5.5 Equations of motion for individual particles

Which forces belong on a particle's free-body diagram?

A

Velocity and acceleration are not forces.

B

The component of weight perpendicular into a plane inclined at θ\thetaθ is mgcos⁡θ\boxed{mg\cos\theta}mgcosθ​.

C

Along the taut string, away from the particle.

D

Only forces acting on the chosen particle.

3.5.5 Equations of motion for individual particles Flashcards

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Flashcards for OCR (MEI) A Level Maths 3.5.5 Equations of motion for individual particles, covering the key formulae, methods and definitions you need to recall for Component 01, Component 02 and Component 03. 20 cards, matched to the OCR (MEI) A Level Maths (H640) specification. Recall questions account for roughly 50% of marks at A Level Maths, so these target the marks you can secure before the paper starts.