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Young Einsteins experiment with the acceleration of Hot Wheels™ toy cars down inclined planes at various angles. This classic physics lab activity is thoroughly explained in both a teacher’s guide and a student lab sheet. Science learners collect data from four trials at each of three inclined plane heights. They calculate and graph acceleration rates and determine percent error.

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acceleration, velocity, distance, time

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acceleration, distance, time, velocity, science
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Grade
9th - 12th
Subjects
Science
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Resource Type
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For Teacher Use
Duration
1 hr
Instructional Strategy
Inquiry-Based Learning

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