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Vernier - A Speedy Slide with EasyData™ App and CBR 2™

Subject Area
Math: Algebra I: Quadratic Functions
Science: Physics: Dynamics
Science: Physical Science: Newton's Laws
Level
6-8
9-12
Activity Time
60 Minutes
Software
TI Connect™
TI Connect™ CE
TI Calculator
TI-84 series
TI-84 Plus CE Python
Accessories
CBR™ 2 motion sensor
Other Materials

    For more information on data collection, including CBR 2™ and the EasyData™ App click here.
  • EasyData™ App
  • Unit-to-CBR 2™ cable
  • playground slide
Resource Types
Lessons

Vernier - A Speedy Slide with EasyData™ App and CBR 2™

Activity Overview

Students will use a CBR 2™ motion detector to determine their speed or velocity going down a playground slide. They will also experiment with different ways to increase their speed going down the slide.

Subject Area
Math: Algebra I: Quadratic Functions
Science: Physics: Dynamics
Science: Physical Science: Newton's Laws
Level
6-8
9-12
Activity Time
60 Minutes
Software
TI Connect™
TI Connect™ CE
TI Calculator
TI-84 series
TI-84 Plus CE Python
Accessories
CBR™ 2 motion sensor
Other Materials

    For more information on data collection, including CBR 2™ and the EasyData™ App click here.
  • EasyData™ App
  • Unit-to-CBR 2™ cable
  • playground slide
Resource Types
Lessons
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