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This Go Far Cars Ramp: A Basic Ramp with Four Height Settings lab resource also includes:
Precise measurements make the job easier! One of the challenges when using an inclined plane for testing comes from pupils not using exact measurements. They often rely on books that slide or different ramp lengths when experimenting. By following the design provided by this resource, the standardized ramp gives consistency across multiple experiments.
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Instructional Ideas
- Add materials such as wax paper, sand paper, thin cotton, fleece, bubble wrap, etc. to the ramp to see how the additions change the results
Classroom Considerations
- For best results when buying plywood, pick the sheet that offers the smoothest surface
- Plan to build the ramp well before you need it in case the construction proves more difficult than expected
Pros
- Ramp lasts for many years once built
- Apparatus useful for IPC, Physics, general science, and integrated math
Cons
- None