PASCO

  • For Part 1, make sure the masses do not strike the spring.

  • Remind students to be careful with the spinning masses.

  • If students get unexpected results check their calculations of moment of inertia. Also, check to make sure they have selected the correct pulley in the Setup menu.

  • The instructor may choose to give students different springs.

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