Physics for Scientists and Engineers 3E by R. Knight, C1E&P18


Figure EX1.18 shows the motion diagram of a drag racer. The camera took one frame every 2 s.

Figure 1.18 Physics for Scientists and Engineers Third Edition by Randall Knight
Figure EX1.18

  1. Measure the x-value of the racer at each dot. List your data in a table similar to Table 1.1, showing each position and the time at which it occurred.
  2. Make a position-versus-time graph for the drag racer. Because you have data only at certain instants, your graph should consist of dots that are not connected together.


Solution:

Solve

Part a

DotTime(s)x(m)
100
2230
3495
46215
58400
610510
712600
814670
916720

Part b

Answer to Problem 1.18B Physics for Scientists and Engineers Third Edition by Randall Knight