Lab: Newton's Laws of Motion Answers

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Write a hypothesis for Part I of the lab, which is about the effect on an object being carried by a car, when the car experiences a sudden impact. Use the format of "if . . . then . . . because . . . ” and be sure to answer the lesson question "How can Newton's laws be experimentally verified?” specific to Newton’s first law.

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Write a hypothesis for Part I of the lab, which is about the effect on an object being carried by a car, when the car experiences a sudden impact. Use the format of "if . . . then . . . because . . . ” and be sure to answer the lesson question "How can Newton's laws be experimentally verified?” specific to Newton’s first law.

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What did you include in your question? Check all that apply.

A
Newton’s laws
B
experimentation
C
verification of Newton’s laws
D
may mention collecting data
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The variables for Part I of this experiment include whether or not the car hits the barrier and the distance that the washers travel. Use the drop-down menus to identify the independent and dependent variables.

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The independent variable, the one that is intentionally manipulated, is .:an encounter with the barrier
The dependent variable, the one that you measure the response in, is .:the distance traveled by the washer
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X an encounter with the barrierthe direction of the washer✔ the distance traveled by the washer

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X an encounter with the barrier
B
the direction of the washer
C
✔ the distance traveled by the washer
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✔ accelerateX deceleratehave constant velocity

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From point A to point B, the car will .:accelerate
From point B to point C, the car will .:have constant velocity
Assuming the washer on the car is not blocked by the book, once the car hits the book, the washer will still have .:velocity
This experimental design will examine Newton’s law.:first
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acceleratedecelerate✔ have constant velocity

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accelerate
B
decelerate
C
✔ have constant velocity
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✔ velocityX accelerationvariable mass

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✔ velocity
B
X acceleration
C
variable mass
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✔ firstX secondthird

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✔ first
B
X second
C
third
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The variables for Part II of this experiment include the force applied to the car and the acceleration of the car. Use the drop-down menus to complete the sentences and identify the independent and dependent variables.

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The independent variable, the one that is intentionally manipulated, is .:the force applied to the car
The dependent variable, the one that you measure the response in, is .:the acceleration of the car
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the mass of the car✔ the acceleration of the carX the force applied to the car

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the mass of the car
B
✔ the acceleration of the car
C
X the force applied to the car
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The variables for Part II of this experiment include the force applied to the car and the acceleration of the car. Use the drop-down menus to complete the sentences and identify the independent and dependent variables.

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The normal force acting upon the car is best represented by arrow .:A
The force of gravity acting upon the washers is best represented by arrow .:D
The applied force on the car is best represented by arrow .:C
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ABC✔ D

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A
B
B
C
C
D
✔ D
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AB✔ CD

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A
B
B
C
✔ C
D
D
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✔ YesNo

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✔ Yes
B
No
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What did you include in your hypothesis? Check all that apply.

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a statement of Newton’s second law
B
a formula representing Newton’s second law
C
mentions force
D
mentions acceleration
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Which statements are part of the safety protocol for this lab experiment? Check all that apply.Always wear safety goggles when performing an experiment.Use caution when releasing the cars, being careful not add additional force.Ramps should be equipped with an incline as well as a decline for balance.Ensure that the track has enough room and will not interfere with others in your class.Gloves should be worn to protect your hands when catching cars at the base of the track.Report all accidents to the teacher.

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Always wear safety goggles when performing an experiment.
B
Use caution when releasing the cars, being careful not add additional force.
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Ramps should be equipped with an incline as well as a decline for balance.
D
Ensure that the track has enough room and will not interfere with others in your class.
E
Gloves should be worn to protect your hands when catching cars at the base of the track.
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Report all accidents to the teacher.
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What did you include in your hypothesis? Check all that apply.

A
defines Newton’s first law
B
mentions the motion of objects
C
provides a reason for the object’s motion
D
mentions inertia

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