Pre-Lab Question
Before beginning the simulation, please answer the following question to verify your
understanding of the ticker timer.
The ticker timer is set to a frequency of 50 Hz.
Determine the period (T) of the timer.
s
Incorrect. Recall that T = 1 / f
Newton's Second Law
Investigate the relationship between
Acceleration and Force while keeping Total Mass constant.
The white strip at the bottom of the canvas represents the Ticker Tape result.
Mass on Hanger (Force): 0
g
Mass on Trolley: 400 g
Total System Mass: 1300 g
Part B: Results Table
Record the masses, then analyse the downloaded tape or the
screen to calculate acceleration.
Part C: Analysis Graph
Enter calculated values above (Fnet and
Acceleration), then click plot.