Graphing Motion

In this lab, students use a motion sensor to measure the position and velocity of a cart on a track to determine the relationship between position, velocity, and acceleration versus time graphs.

Grade Level: Advanced Placement

Subject: Physics

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Standards Correlations

IB® Topics AP® Topics
2.1 3.A.1.1; 2; 3

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Motion Sensor

PASPORT Motion Sensor

The PASPORT Motion Sensor accurately measures the position, velocity, and acceleration of a target. It can be used to track the motion of balls, carts, people, and more.

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