Lab # : 3

Date : February 8, 2022

Title : Linear Motion
Aim : To investigate the dependence of the displacements and the velocity V' on time " when an
object moves along a straight line with a constant acceleration a.

Apparatus :Wooden plank, Marble, Stop watch.

Method :
1. Both the sphere and the groove was ensured to be clear of dust and any other debris.

2. The plank was propped up so that the sphere could take around ( ) to ( ) travel from the
top to the bottom.

3. The prop remained the same for the duration of the experiment to ensure that the tilt of
the plank remained the same throughout the experiment.

Results :

Distance Time of Average of Time

Time of first V
Travelled, x second trial, t2 Time Trials, Squared, t2
trial, t1 (s) (m/s)
(cm) (s) tavg (s) (s2)

20 1.70 1.72 1.71 2.92 11.7

40 1.75 1.78 1.77 3.13 22.8

50 1.80 1.82 1.81 3.28 27.7

60 1.86 1.90 1.88 3.53 32.2

70 2.00 2.12 2.06 4.24 35

80 2.54 2.50 2.52 6.35 31.4

90 2.75 2.68 2.72 7.40 32.7

Graphs
S vs t
V vs t
S vs t2

Discussion :

• Does your graph show proportionality? Describe graph fully

• What quantity does the gradient represent?
• Relate your results / graph to theory

Sources Of Error :
1. The major sources of error in this lab were air resistance and the non-smooth surface of
the incline.
2. The incline not being smooth is a random error and could result in the experimental
acceleration being larger or smaller than the theoretical value.

Precautions :
1. Raise one end of the runway to negate friction and ensure the marble travels at a
constant velocity.

2. Dust the runway to remove any dirt or grit.

Conclusion :