Solving Vectors Graphically

Here are the practice problems we worked on in class.  These should be done with graph paper & protractor, but do not use Trigonometry.  Solve them GRAPHICALLY.

If you're struggling, here are some good links:
Physicsclassroom.com
Physics EH Video : Someone with excellent chalkboard skills shares vector addition technique video

From PhysicsEH youtube channel

Propagating error

step by step with great examples

ONLINE ERROR PROPAGATION TUTORIAL

How to propagate error through calculations.

from Physics at Columbia University Online Tutorial.

Vectors Practice Problems

Vector Practice Problems
Note: all problems must be drawn as scaled vectors, HOWEVER, you may solve them using trigonometry.
(just noticed #5 has a snag..... see if you can figure it out & we'll discuss in class).


More help on vector addition can be found at Physics Classroom.com.

Rise and Fall of the Ball

Rise & Fall of the Ball Lab

Up

vs. 

Down

Big throw

vs. 
Small throw

What happens to the acceleration of the ball?

Test 1 Review KEY

First test of the year, 10/11.
Bring a calculator & a lucky pencil.
All questions will be pulled from Homework OR this Review.

Software at Home

Directions to get your OWN copy of LoggerPro on ANY computer at home
Vernier makes this software available for free to all teachers and students who use their products.
You need a password to install this software- this has been provided in class OR you can email your instructor.

Lab Write up: objects (Books) of varying mass

Lab write up for Book Drop Lab