Question
Which statement is true about drawing free-body diagrams?
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Drawing a free-body diagram should be the last step in solving a problem about forces.
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Drawing a free-body diagram helps you compare forces quantitatively.
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The forces in a free-body diagram should always balance.
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Drawing a free-body diagram can help you determine the net force.
Final Answer
(d)
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OpenStax College Physics Solution, Chapter 4, Problem 25 (Test Prep for AP® Courses) (0:16)

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This is College Physics Answers with Shaun Dychko.
Drawing a free body diagram helps you determine the net force because it helps you identify all the forces you need to include in your adding and subtracting.