Homework Questions: When to Post in Subforum

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Threads should be posted in the homework subforum if they involve academic assistance rather than general discussion of principles or methods. Questions related to coursework or textbook material, even if not tied to a specific assignment, belong in the homework forum. If there's uncertainty about where to post, it's acceptable to reach out to mentors for guidance. Ambiguous threads are generally not a concern if the poster has made an effort to choose the appropriate forum. Proper categorization helps maintain the clarity and organization of discussions.
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How do we know wether to put our threads in the homework subforum from any other section. I had a question about blood pressure that wasn't related to any homework yet my thread was moved.
 
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If the question involves something along the lines of academic assistance rather than a discussion of the principle or methods involved with etc. then the question will be best posted in the homework forums. I wouldn't worry too much about threads that seem ambiguous. If you've tried your best to pick the correct forum then I don't think the mentors can complain. You could private message any online in future to ask their opinion about a thread you wish to post that you're very unsure about.
 
Any question that is a coursework TYPE question should go in the homework and coursework forum. If it's related to something you're reading in a textbook, even if you're not doing it for a class or assignment, it still should go in the HW and coursework forum.
 

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