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Re: Debating with physics teacher.
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Originally Posted by wilsonmw04
In a high school physics classroom (or intro college level for that matter), why even bring up the issue of air resistance? As illustrated by the complexity of the answers in this thread, it muddies the waters in what should be an application of a simple model.
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Because it is important to understand why the model does not match real world results. Understanding what other forces are in play is important, even if understanding how to quantify those forces is beyond the scope of the course.
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