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How does the air bag trigger in an accident? The lesson explores how automatic triggering devices work in automobiles. Using examples such as a seat belt lock and air bag, scholars design their own device to better understand the mechanisms at work. This is the seventh lesson in a series of nine.
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Instructional Ideas
- Co-teach the entire unit with driver's education
- Compare seat belt designs in cars from various decades
Classroom Considerations
- Carefully select the location for the experiment so it doesn't disturb other classes
- The seventh lesson in a series of nine
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- Provides homework questions
- Includes extension activities
- Highlights vocabulary throughout the lesson
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