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This World Record Airbag activity also includes:
Luckily, he hit the air bag. Scholars watch a video from the Guinness World Records that shows a stuntman falling from 342 feet. The task at hand is to determine his velocity when he hits the air bag. Thank goodness for the cushion!
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Instructional Ideas
- Team up with a science (physics) teacher for the lesson
- Have pupils work in groups and present their findings to the rest of the class
Classroom Considerations
- Learners must have knowledge of velocity
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Pros
- Teenagers will likely find the context interesting
Cons
- Does not provide an explanation of the answer