AP Physics 1: Algebra-Based · Past multiple choice · Question 3 · Calculator allowed
Kinetic energy gained over two equal stretches
A steady push moves a block from rest across two 50 cm stretches of a level surface. Compare the kinetic energy it picks up on each stretch, and pick the reason.
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1 Read the question
The question is College Board's: sample question 3 in AP Physics 1: Algebra-Based Course and Exam Description, Effective Fall 2024. It starts on page 185 of the PDF. A graphing calculator is allowed, as on the exam.
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