Question

patrick is building a birdhouse for shop class. below is a list of tasks needed to complete the birdhouse. select the statement(s) that show the use of mechanical energy. painting the birdhouse. hammering nails into the roof. letting the paint dry. waiting for birds to use it. making a plan in his head.

Explanation:

Mechanical energy involves motion and work. Hammering nails requires force and motion, which is mechanical energy. Painting involves chemical - paint interaction, paint drying is a chemical or physical change (evaporation), waiting for birds and making a plan in the head do not involve mechanical energy.

Answer:

Hammering nails into the roof.