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This inquiry-based activity challenges students to apply their understanding of momentum and collision to determine who is at fault in an automobile accident.
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Post a new comment on this item This resource is part of 2 Physics Front Topical Units.
Topic: Impulse and Momentum
Unit Title: Practical Examples for Impulse and Momentum This inquiry-based activity challenges students to apply their understanding of momentum and collision to determine who is at fault in an automobile accident. It would be especially appropriate for cooperative learning groups. Link to Unit:
Topic: Impulse and Momentum
Unit Title: Collisions This inquiry-based activity challenges students to apply their understanding of momentum and collision to determine who is at fault in an automobile accident. Link to Unit:
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