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Chapter 5 Interacting Systems
We will now build quantitative models for the most common forces.
Learning Outcomes
After successful completion of this chapter, you will be able to:
Construct net force equations in multiple dimensions for multiple objects or systems based on acceleration and free-body diagrams
Solve net force equations symbolically in terms of given variables
Identify Newton’s third law force pairs
Analyze systems of massive objects and pulleys of negligible mass using a force approach
