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Question
In the integration method for variable force, why do we divide displacement into tiny segments (ds)?
Options
Makes math easier
Finds average force
Force is nearly constant over small ds
Reduces total work
MCQ
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Solution
Force is nearly constant over small ds
Explanation:
Over an infinitely small segment ds, the changing force can be treated as constant, allowing us to calculate dW = F·ds.
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