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Question 1
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If a student theorizes that the acceleration due to gravity varies with horizontal distance traveled by a projectile, how might they test this theory using standard laboratory equipment?

Question 2
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What would be the final displacement after t seconds if an object starts from rest and accelerates uniformly at a m/s^2?

Question 3
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A particle travels on a straight path with its velocity changing at time intervals. How does acceleration relate to velocity in this type of motion?

Question 4
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What does Newton's First Law, also known as the law of inertia, state about an object in motion?

Question 5
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In projectile motion, which approximation might most likely cause a noticeable discrepancy between theoretical and actual range at high velocities?

Question 6
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If two objects have equal mass, but one object has twice the velocity of the other, how does their linear momentum compare?

Question 7
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If an object falls freely near the surface of Earth, ignoring air resistance, it will accelerate downwards at approximately what value?

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Question 8
college-boardPhysics C: MechanicsAPExam Style
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What unit is used to express displacement or distance traveled by an object?

Question 9
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When analyzing the motion of a bullet fired from a gun, how might the simplification of the bullet's motion affect the accuracy of its predicted impact point?

Question 10
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What is the SI unit of impulse?