Does the work-energy theorem relate to Newton's second law?

[mizzy]

Homework Statement

What fundamental priniple of physics does the work-energy theorum relate?

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The Attempt at a Solution

is it Newton's second law?

 

[aim1732]

Newton's Second Law sits at the base of the work energy theorem. Yes the theorem is a direct consequence rather a tool to simplify problems as energy is just a number you associate with the system.