After carefully reading a physics problem, a good first step in solving it is to
A) draw a sketch or diagram.
B) work backwards from the solution.
C) look up other similar problems with solutions.
D) look up equations that have the same variables.

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Drawing a sketch or diagram helps to visualize the problem and identify key variables, which is an important first step in solving a physics problem. Working backwards, looking up similar problems, or looking up equations without understanding the problem may not be helpful in solving the problem.

After Carefully Reading a Physics Problem, a Good First Step