SlideShare a Scribd company logo
1 of 2
Due Week 10 and worth 120 points
You have already developed a thesis statement and developed
an outline in which you explored two (2) real-life international
incidents from the past five (5) years involving the United
States as they received an elevated status as a world power.
Now you will develop the final paper in which you explore your
main points in detail.
Write a three to five (3-5) page paper in which you:
Introduce your paper with your previously crafted thesis
statement.
Discuss two (2) international events involving the US military
from the past five (5) years that can be traced back to a foreign
policy created after the Civil War.
Discuss three (3) aspects of US history since 1865 that has led
to the US’s rise as a world super power policeman.
Identify three to five (3-5) international incidents since World
War II where America has taken on a policing role.
Determine three to five (3-5) driving forces that fueled
international policy decisions involving the international
incidents you outlined previously. (Consider treaties, exit
strategies, elections, wars, etc.)
Use at least three (3) academic references besides or in addition
to the textbook.
Note
: Wikipedia and other Websites do not qualify as academic
resources.
Your assignment must follow these formatting requirements:
Be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size
12), with one-inch margins on all sides; citations and references
must follow APA or school-specific format. Check with your
professor for any additional instructions.
Include a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the
student’s name, the professor’s name, the course title, and the
date. The cover page and the reference page are not included in
the required assignment page length.
The specific course learning outcomes associated with this
assignment are:
Analyze the rise of the United States to a world “superpower”
and how that status has shaped its internal developments in
recent decades.
Recognize the major turning points in American history since
the Civil War.
Use technology and information resources to research issues in
contemporary U.S. history.
Write clearly and concisely about contemporary U.S. history
using proper writing mechanics.

More Related Content

More from hasselldelisa

Early computers were only usable by experts with strong technical kn.docx
Early computers were only usable by experts with strong technical kn.docxEarly computers were only usable by experts with strong technical kn.docx
Early computers were only usable by experts with strong technical kn.docxhasselldelisa
 
Earlier we examined Augustine and Aquinas, both of which had great i.docx
Earlier we examined Augustine and Aquinas, both of which had great i.docxEarlier we examined Augustine and Aquinas, both of which had great i.docx
Earlier we examined Augustine and Aquinas, both of which had great i.docxhasselldelisa
 
Each week’s assignment in this class will lead up to the Research .docx
Each week’s assignment in this class will lead up to the Research .docxEach week’s assignment in this class will lead up to the Research .docx
Each week’s assignment in this class will lead up to the Research .docxhasselldelisa
 
Each time you evaluate an article, you will complete Part I and Part.docx
Each time you evaluate an article, you will complete Part I and Part.docxEach time you evaluate an article, you will complete Part I and Part.docx
Each time you evaluate an article, you will complete Part I and Part.docxhasselldelisa
 
Each student will submit a research paper based on one of the weekly.docx
Each student will submit a research paper based on one of the weekly.docxEach student will submit a research paper based on one of the weekly.docx
Each student will submit a research paper based on one of the weekly.docxhasselldelisa
 
Each student will be responsible for completing a research paper t.docx
Each student will be responsible for completing a research paper t.docxEach student will be responsible for completing a research paper t.docx
Each student will be responsible for completing a research paper t.docxhasselldelisa
 
Each public relations specialist maintains a list of specific contac.docx
Each public relations specialist maintains a list of specific contac.docxEach public relations specialist maintains a list of specific contac.docx
Each public relations specialist maintains a list of specific contac.docxhasselldelisa
 
Each question needs an essay reply1.Were the Lebanese militia fi.docx
Each question needs an essay reply1.Were the Lebanese militia fi.docxEach question needs an essay reply1.Were the Lebanese militia fi.docx
Each question needs an essay reply1.Were the Lebanese militia fi.docxhasselldelisa
 
Each question must be answered with 250-300 words. Make sure to wr.docx
Each question must be answered with 250-300 words. Make sure to wr.docxEach question must be answered with 250-300 words. Make sure to wr.docx
Each question must be answered with 250-300 words. Make sure to wr.docxhasselldelisa
 
Each question must be answered with 250 words. And include one schol.docx
Each question must be answered with 250 words. And include one schol.docxEach question must be answered with 250 words. And include one schol.docx
Each question must be answered with 250 words. And include one schol.docxhasselldelisa
 
Each paragraph please answer in 150-200 words-1. Populations affec.docx
Each paragraph please answer in 150-200 words-1. Populations affec.docxEach paragraph please answer in 150-200 words-1. Populations affec.docx
Each paragraph please answer in 150-200 words-1. Populations affec.docxhasselldelisa
 
Each of the philosophers discussed in this module presented their vi.docx
Each of the philosophers discussed in this module presented their vi.docxEach of the philosophers discussed in this module presented their vi.docx
Each of the philosophers discussed in this module presented their vi.docxhasselldelisa
 
Each of these questions needs to be at least 200 words. In regar.docx
Each of these questions needs to be at least 200 words. In regar.docxEach of these questions needs to be at least 200 words. In regar.docx
Each of these questions needs to be at least 200 words. In regar.docxhasselldelisa
 
Each question should be a minimum of 175 words. Minimum of 4 referen.docx
Each question should be a minimum of 175 words. Minimum of 4 referen.docxEach question should be a minimum of 175 words. Minimum of 4 referen.docx
Each question should be a minimum of 175 words. Minimum of 4 referen.docxhasselldelisa
 
Each issue should be addressed in the following format1.  Immed.docx
Each issue should be addressed in the following format1.  Immed.docxEach issue should be addressed in the following format1.  Immed.docx
Each issue should be addressed in the following format1.  Immed.docxhasselldelisa
 
Each culture that we examined had distinct ideas that they wanted to.docx
Each culture that we examined had distinct ideas that they wanted to.docxEach culture that we examined had distinct ideas that they wanted to.docx
Each culture that we examined had distinct ideas that they wanted to.docxhasselldelisa
 
Each comment needs to be 250 words minimum with a credible research .docx
Each comment needs to be 250 words minimum with a credible research .docxEach comment needs to be 250 words minimum with a credible research .docx
Each comment needs to be 250 words minimum with a credible research .docxhasselldelisa
 
Dye (2010) Federalism often creates confusion over which lever of go.docx
Dye (2010) Federalism often creates confusion over which lever of go.docxDye (2010) Federalism often creates confusion over which lever of go.docx
Dye (2010) Federalism often creates confusion over which lever of go.docxhasselldelisa
 
EACH answer should be 300 words long,Quotation You may quote di.docx
EACH answer should be 300 words long,Quotation You may quote di.docxEACH answer should be 300 words long,Quotation You may quote di.docx
EACH answer should be 300 words long,Quotation You may quote di.docxhasselldelisa
 
During your weekly trip to the grocery store, you purchase bread.docx
During your weekly trip to the grocery store, you purchase bread.docxDuring your weekly trip to the grocery store, you purchase bread.docx
During your weekly trip to the grocery store, you purchase bread.docxhasselldelisa
 

More from hasselldelisa (20)

Early computers were only usable by experts with strong technical kn.docx
Early computers were only usable by experts with strong technical kn.docxEarly computers were only usable by experts with strong technical kn.docx
Early computers were only usable by experts with strong technical kn.docx
 
Earlier we examined Augustine and Aquinas, both of which had great i.docx
Earlier we examined Augustine and Aquinas, both of which had great i.docxEarlier we examined Augustine and Aquinas, both of which had great i.docx
Earlier we examined Augustine and Aquinas, both of which had great i.docx
 
Each week’s assignment in this class will lead up to the Research .docx
Each week’s assignment in this class will lead up to the Research .docxEach week’s assignment in this class will lead up to the Research .docx
Each week’s assignment in this class will lead up to the Research .docx
 
Each time you evaluate an article, you will complete Part I and Part.docx
Each time you evaluate an article, you will complete Part I and Part.docxEach time you evaluate an article, you will complete Part I and Part.docx
Each time you evaluate an article, you will complete Part I and Part.docx
 
Each student will submit a research paper based on one of the weekly.docx
Each student will submit a research paper based on one of the weekly.docxEach student will submit a research paper based on one of the weekly.docx
Each student will submit a research paper based on one of the weekly.docx
 
Each student will be responsible for completing a research paper t.docx
Each student will be responsible for completing a research paper t.docxEach student will be responsible for completing a research paper t.docx
Each student will be responsible for completing a research paper t.docx
 
Each public relations specialist maintains a list of specific contac.docx
Each public relations specialist maintains a list of specific contac.docxEach public relations specialist maintains a list of specific contac.docx
Each public relations specialist maintains a list of specific contac.docx
 
Each question needs an essay reply1.Were the Lebanese militia fi.docx
Each question needs an essay reply1.Were the Lebanese militia fi.docxEach question needs an essay reply1.Were the Lebanese militia fi.docx
Each question needs an essay reply1.Were the Lebanese militia fi.docx
 
Each question must be answered with 250-300 words. Make sure to wr.docx
Each question must be answered with 250-300 words. Make sure to wr.docxEach question must be answered with 250-300 words. Make sure to wr.docx
Each question must be answered with 250-300 words. Make sure to wr.docx
 
Each question must be answered with 250 words. And include one schol.docx
Each question must be answered with 250 words. And include one schol.docxEach question must be answered with 250 words. And include one schol.docx
Each question must be answered with 250 words. And include one schol.docx
 
Each paragraph please answer in 150-200 words-1. Populations affec.docx
Each paragraph please answer in 150-200 words-1. Populations affec.docxEach paragraph please answer in 150-200 words-1. Populations affec.docx
Each paragraph please answer in 150-200 words-1. Populations affec.docx
 
Each of the philosophers discussed in this module presented their vi.docx
Each of the philosophers discussed in this module presented their vi.docxEach of the philosophers discussed in this module presented their vi.docx
Each of the philosophers discussed in this module presented their vi.docx
 
Each of these questions needs to be at least 200 words. In regar.docx
Each of these questions needs to be at least 200 words. In regar.docxEach of these questions needs to be at least 200 words. In regar.docx
Each of these questions needs to be at least 200 words. In regar.docx
 
Each question should be a minimum of 175 words. Minimum of 4 referen.docx
Each question should be a minimum of 175 words. Minimum of 4 referen.docxEach question should be a minimum of 175 words. Minimum of 4 referen.docx
Each question should be a minimum of 175 words. Minimum of 4 referen.docx
 
Each issue should be addressed in the following format1.  Immed.docx
Each issue should be addressed in the following format1.  Immed.docxEach issue should be addressed in the following format1.  Immed.docx
Each issue should be addressed in the following format1.  Immed.docx
 
Each culture that we examined had distinct ideas that they wanted to.docx
Each culture that we examined had distinct ideas that they wanted to.docxEach culture that we examined had distinct ideas that they wanted to.docx
Each culture that we examined had distinct ideas that they wanted to.docx
 
Each comment needs to be 250 words minimum with a credible research .docx
Each comment needs to be 250 words minimum with a credible research .docxEach comment needs to be 250 words minimum with a credible research .docx
Each comment needs to be 250 words minimum with a credible research .docx
 
Dye (2010) Federalism often creates confusion over which lever of go.docx
Dye (2010) Federalism often creates confusion over which lever of go.docxDye (2010) Federalism often creates confusion over which lever of go.docx
Dye (2010) Federalism often creates confusion over which lever of go.docx
 
EACH answer should be 300 words long,Quotation You may quote di.docx
EACH answer should be 300 words long,Quotation You may quote di.docxEACH answer should be 300 words long,Quotation You may quote di.docx
EACH answer should be 300 words long,Quotation You may quote di.docx
 
During your weekly trip to the grocery store, you purchase bread.docx
During your weekly trip to the grocery store, you purchase bread.docxDuring your weekly trip to the grocery store, you purchase bread.docx
During your weekly trip to the grocery store, you purchase bread.docx
 

Recently uploaded

Like-prefer-love -hate+verb+ing & silent letters & citizenship text.pdf
Like-prefer-love -hate+verb+ing & silent letters & citizenship text.pdfLike-prefer-love -hate+verb+ing & silent letters & citizenship text.pdf
Like-prefer-love -hate+verb+ing & silent letters & citizenship text.pdfMr Bounab Samir
 
ACC 2024 Chronicles. Cardiology. Exam.pdf
ACC 2024 Chronicles. Cardiology. Exam.pdfACC 2024 Chronicles. Cardiology. Exam.pdf
ACC 2024 Chronicles. Cardiology. Exam.pdfSpandanaRallapalli
 
Grade 9 Quarter 4 Dll Grade 9 Quarter 4 DLL.pdf
Grade 9 Quarter 4 Dll Grade 9 Quarter 4 DLL.pdfGrade 9 Quarter 4 Dll Grade 9 Quarter 4 DLL.pdf
Grade 9 Quarter 4 Dll Grade 9 Quarter 4 DLL.pdfJemuel Francisco
 
Difference Between Search & Browse Methods in Odoo 17
Difference Between Search & Browse Methods in Odoo 17Difference Between Search & Browse Methods in Odoo 17
Difference Between Search & Browse Methods in Odoo 17Celine George
 
Proudly South Africa powerpoint Thorisha.pptx
Proudly South Africa powerpoint Thorisha.pptxProudly South Africa powerpoint Thorisha.pptx
Proudly South Africa powerpoint Thorisha.pptxthorishapillay1
 
Science 7 Quarter 4 Module 2: Natural Resources.pptx
Science 7 Quarter 4 Module 2: Natural Resources.pptxScience 7 Quarter 4 Module 2: Natural Resources.pptx
Science 7 Quarter 4 Module 2: Natural Resources.pptxMaryGraceBautista27
 
Field Attribute Index Feature in Odoo 17
Field Attribute Index Feature in Odoo 17Field Attribute Index Feature in Odoo 17
Field Attribute Index Feature in Odoo 17Celine George
 
Judging the Relevance and worth of ideas part 2.pptx
Judging the Relevance  and worth of ideas part 2.pptxJudging the Relevance  and worth of ideas part 2.pptx
Judging the Relevance and worth of ideas part 2.pptxSherlyMaeNeri
 
What is Model Inheritance in Odoo 17 ERP
What is Model Inheritance in Odoo 17 ERPWhat is Model Inheritance in Odoo 17 ERP
What is Model Inheritance in Odoo 17 ERPCeline George
 
GRADE 4 - SUMMATIVE TEST QUARTER 4 ALL SUBJECTS
GRADE 4 - SUMMATIVE TEST QUARTER 4 ALL SUBJECTSGRADE 4 - SUMMATIVE TEST QUARTER 4 ALL SUBJECTS
GRADE 4 - SUMMATIVE TEST QUARTER 4 ALL SUBJECTSJoshuaGantuangco2
 
Global Lehigh Strategic Initiatives (without descriptions)
Global Lehigh Strategic Initiatives (without descriptions)Global Lehigh Strategic Initiatives (without descriptions)
Global Lehigh Strategic Initiatives (without descriptions)cama23
 
HỌC TỐT TIẾNG ANH 11 THEO CHƯƠNG TRÌNH GLOBAL SUCCESS ĐÁP ÁN CHI TIẾT - CẢ NĂ...
HỌC TỐT TIẾNG ANH 11 THEO CHƯƠNG TRÌNH GLOBAL SUCCESS ĐÁP ÁN CHI TIẾT - CẢ NĂ...HỌC TỐT TIẾNG ANH 11 THEO CHƯƠNG TRÌNH GLOBAL SUCCESS ĐÁP ÁN CHI TIẾT - CẢ NĂ...
HỌC TỐT TIẾNG ANH 11 THEO CHƯƠNG TRÌNH GLOBAL SUCCESS ĐÁP ÁN CHI TIẾT - CẢ NĂ...Nguyen Thanh Tu Collection
 
Inclusivity Essentials_ Creating Accessible Websites for Nonprofits .pdf
Inclusivity Essentials_ Creating Accessible Websites for Nonprofits .pdfInclusivity Essentials_ Creating Accessible Websites for Nonprofits .pdf
Inclusivity Essentials_ Creating Accessible Websites for Nonprofits .pdfTechSoup
 
Choosing the Right CBSE School A Comprehensive Guide for Parents
Choosing the Right CBSE School A Comprehensive Guide for ParentsChoosing the Right CBSE School A Comprehensive Guide for Parents
Choosing the Right CBSE School A Comprehensive Guide for Parentsnavabharathschool99
 
ANG SEKTOR NG agrikultura.pptx QUARTER 4
ANG SEKTOR NG agrikultura.pptx QUARTER 4ANG SEKTOR NG agrikultura.pptx QUARTER 4
ANG SEKTOR NG agrikultura.pptx QUARTER 4MiaBumagat1
 
ISYU TUNGKOL SA SEKSWLADIDA (ISSUE ABOUT SEXUALITY
ISYU TUNGKOL SA SEKSWLADIDA (ISSUE ABOUT SEXUALITYISYU TUNGKOL SA SEKSWLADIDA (ISSUE ABOUT SEXUALITY
ISYU TUNGKOL SA SEKSWLADIDA (ISSUE ABOUT SEXUALITYKayeClaireEstoconing
 
Influencing policy (training slides from Fast Track Impact)
Influencing policy (training slides from Fast Track Impact)Influencing policy (training slides from Fast Track Impact)
Influencing policy (training slides from Fast Track Impact)Mark Reed
 

Recently uploaded (20)

Like-prefer-love -hate+verb+ing & silent letters & citizenship text.pdf
Like-prefer-love -hate+verb+ing & silent letters & citizenship text.pdfLike-prefer-love -hate+verb+ing & silent letters & citizenship text.pdf
Like-prefer-love -hate+verb+ing & silent letters & citizenship text.pdf
 
ACC 2024 Chronicles. Cardiology. Exam.pdf
ACC 2024 Chronicles. Cardiology. Exam.pdfACC 2024 Chronicles. Cardiology. Exam.pdf
ACC 2024 Chronicles. Cardiology. Exam.pdf
 
Grade 9 Quarter 4 Dll Grade 9 Quarter 4 DLL.pdf
Grade 9 Quarter 4 Dll Grade 9 Quarter 4 DLL.pdfGrade 9 Quarter 4 Dll Grade 9 Quarter 4 DLL.pdf
Grade 9 Quarter 4 Dll Grade 9 Quarter 4 DLL.pdf
 
Difference Between Search & Browse Methods in Odoo 17
Difference Between Search & Browse Methods in Odoo 17Difference Between Search & Browse Methods in Odoo 17
Difference Between Search & Browse Methods in Odoo 17
 
Raw materials used in Herbal Cosmetics.pptx
Raw materials used in Herbal Cosmetics.pptxRaw materials used in Herbal Cosmetics.pptx
Raw materials used in Herbal Cosmetics.pptx
 
Proudly South Africa powerpoint Thorisha.pptx
Proudly South Africa powerpoint Thorisha.pptxProudly South Africa powerpoint Thorisha.pptx
Proudly South Africa powerpoint Thorisha.pptx
 
Science 7 Quarter 4 Module 2: Natural Resources.pptx
Science 7 Quarter 4 Module 2: Natural Resources.pptxScience 7 Quarter 4 Module 2: Natural Resources.pptx
Science 7 Quarter 4 Module 2: Natural Resources.pptx
 
Field Attribute Index Feature in Odoo 17
Field Attribute Index Feature in Odoo 17Field Attribute Index Feature in Odoo 17
Field Attribute Index Feature in Odoo 17
 
Judging the Relevance and worth of ideas part 2.pptx
Judging the Relevance  and worth of ideas part 2.pptxJudging the Relevance  and worth of ideas part 2.pptx
Judging the Relevance and worth of ideas part 2.pptx
 
What is Model Inheritance in Odoo 17 ERP
What is Model Inheritance in Odoo 17 ERPWhat is Model Inheritance in Odoo 17 ERP
What is Model Inheritance in Odoo 17 ERP
 
YOUVE GOT EMAIL_FINALS_EL_DORADO_2024.pptx
YOUVE GOT EMAIL_FINALS_EL_DORADO_2024.pptxYOUVE GOT EMAIL_FINALS_EL_DORADO_2024.pptx
YOUVE GOT EMAIL_FINALS_EL_DORADO_2024.pptx
 
GRADE 4 - SUMMATIVE TEST QUARTER 4 ALL SUBJECTS
GRADE 4 - SUMMATIVE TEST QUARTER 4 ALL SUBJECTSGRADE 4 - SUMMATIVE TEST QUARTER 4 ALL SUBJECTS
GRADE 4 - SUMMATIVE TEST QUARTER 4 ALL SUBJECTS
 
Model Call Girl in Tilak Nagar Delhi reach out to us at 🔝9953056974🔝
Model Call Girl in Tilak Nagar Delhi reach out to us at 🔝9953056974🔝Model Call Girl in Tilak Nagar Delhi reach out to us at 🔝9953056974🔝
Model Call Girl in Tilak Nagar Delhi reach out to us at 🔝9953056974🔝
 
Global Lehigh Strategic Initiatives (without descriptions)
Global Lehigh Strategic Initiatives (without descriptions)Global Lehigh Strategic Initiatives (without descriptions)
Global Lehigh Strategic Initiatives (without descriptions)
 
HỌC TỐT TIẾNG ANH 11 THEO CHƯƠNG TRÌNH GLOBAL SUCCESS ĐÁP ÁN CHI TIẾT - CẢ NĂ...
HỌC TỐT TIẾNG ANH 11 THEO CHƯƠNG TRÌNH GLOBAL SUCCESS ĐÁP ÁN CHI TIẾT - CẢ NĂ...HỌC TỐT TIẾNG ANH 11 THEO CHƯƠNG TRÌNH GLOBAL SUCCESS ĐÁP ÁN CHI TIẾT - CẢ NĂ...
HỌC TỐT TIẾNG ANH 11 THEO CHƯƠNG TRÌNH GLOBAL SUCCESS ĐÁP ÁN CHI TIẾT - CẢ NĂ...
 
Inclusivity Essentials_ Creating Accessible Websites for Nonprofits .pdf
Inclusivity Essentials_ Creating Accessible Websites for Nonprofits .pdfInclusivity Essentials_ Creating Accessible Websites for Nonprofits .pdf
Inclusivity Essentials_ Creating Accessible Websites for Nonprofits .pdf
 
Choosing the Right CBSE School A Comprehensive Guide for Parents
Choosing the Right CBSE School A Comprehensive Guide for ParentsChoosing the Right CBSE School A Comprehensive Guide for Parents
Choosing the Right CBSE School A Comprehensive Guide for Parents
 
ANG SEKTOR NG agrikultura.pptx QUARTER 4
ANG SEKTOR NG agrikultura.pptx QUARTER 4ANG SEKTOR NG agrikultura.pptx QUARTER 4
ANG SEKTOR NG agrikultura.pptx QUARTER 4
 
ISYU TUNGKOL SA SEKSWLADIDA (ISSUE ABOUT SEXUALITY
ISYU TUNGKOL SA SEKSWLADIDA (ISSUE ABOUT SEXUALITYISYU TUNGKOL SA SEKSWLADIDA (ISSUE ABOUT SEXUALITY
ISYU TUNGKOL SA SEKSWLADIDA (ISSUE ABOUT SEXUALITY
 
Influencing policy (training slides from Fast Track Impact)
Influencing policy (training slides from Fast Track Impact)Influencing policy (training slides from Fast Track Impact)
Influencing policy (training slides from Fast Track Impact)
 

US Rise as World Policeman Paper

  • 1. Due Week 10 and worth 120 points You have already developed a thesis statement and developed an outline in which you explored two (2) real-life international incidents from the past five (5) years involving the United States as they received an elevated status as a world power. Now you will develop the final paper in which you explore your main points in detail. Write a three to five (3-5) page paper in which you: Introduce your paper with your previously crafted thesis statement. Discuss two (2) international events involving the US military from the past five (5) years that can be traced back to a foreign policy created after the Civil War. Discuss three (3) aspects of US history since 1865 that has led to the US’s rise as a world super power policeman. Identify three to five (3-5) international incidents since World War II where America has taken on a policing role. Determine three to five (3-5) driving forces that fueled international policy decisions involving the international incidents you outlined previously. (Consider treaties, exit strategies, elections, wars, etc.) Use at least three (3) academic references besides or in addition to the textbook. Note : Wikipedia and other Websites do not qualify as academic resources. Your assignment must follow these formatting requirements: Be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides; citations and references must follow APA or school-specific format. Check with your professor for any additional instructions. Include a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student’s name, the professor’s name, the course title, and the date. The cover page and the reference page are not included in the required assignment page length.
  • 2. The specific course learning outcomes associated with this assignment are: Analyze the rise of the United States to a world “superpower” and how that status has shaped its internal developments in recent decades. Recognize the major turning points in American history since the Civil War. Use technology and information resources to research issues in contemporary U.S. history. Write clearly and concisely about contemporary U.S. history using proper writing mechanics.