Mathematics A-Level
Free-body diagrams in mechanics
What Free-body diagrams in mechanics means in Mathematics A-Level, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.
Definition of Free-body diagrams in mechanics
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Reference: Pearson Edexcel
Isolating one object and showing weight, normal reaction, tension, friction and applied forces with consistent directions.
Topics that use Free-body diagrams in mechanics
- Overarching theme 2: Mathematical problem solving (Pearson Edexcel A-Level)
Related terms
- Adaptive problem solving
- Contextual meaning
- Diagram construction
- Error bounds
- Feasibility checking
- Iterative refinement
- Limitations of numerical methods
- Modelling assumptions
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