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Free-Body Diagram Lesson PlanFree-Body Diagram Lesson Plan
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Free-Body Diagram

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Preparing for an AP test is about more than bubble sheets and memorization. The two activities in this resource require a direct application of skills learned throughout an AP Physics course.

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CCSS: Adaptable

Concepts

force, motion, force diagrams, projectile motion

Additional Tags

science

Instructional Ideas

  • While presented as teacher-led activities, small groups of 4-6 learners could complete the exercise

Classroom Considerations

  • Both lessons are best placed at the end of the course

Pros

  • Includes two hands-on activities
  • Answer keys provided
  • End of course applications are included
  • Engaging AP Physics test prep

Cons

  • None

Common Core

RST.11-12.3

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