Average versus Instantaneous Velocities

In this lab, a cart will be used to investigate one-dimensional accelerated motion. The cart will be launched over the floor using the built-in spring plunger. The cart will decelerate over the floor under the combined action of rolling friction and floor slope. You will be able to establish whether or not the acceleration of the cart is constant. This will be done by initially assuming a constant acceleration and then by examining the results to see if they are consistent with this assumption.

Grade Level: CollegeHigh School

Subject: Physics

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Plunger Cart

The original high quality, low friction dynamics carts made from durable machined aluminum. This version has a spring loaded plunger for launching.

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PAScar (Set of 2)

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