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QUESTION 1 6) Analysis [A3]
1) Analyse the situation presented, pay attention to the equation.
• Straight lines only.
2) Tabulate the variables/constants in a table to not miss out crucial points in
• Avoid log or ln graphs unless given an equation with exponents
your explanation
• Use y=mx+c to determine an expression for the desired constant
Variables Independent Dependent Constant
in the experiment.
(Varied) (Measured) (Unchanged)
Physical Quantity • EXPRESS this constant as the subject of your equation
Measurements: • Discuss the relationship validity from the suggested graph.
include tools and set-up
Extra details, eg:
• Equations if direct measurements
are impossible.
• Repeat measurement
• Calibrate instrument

3) Define the problem [P2]

4) Diagram [M1 or M2, D1]
• Can copy diagram if given.
• All items needed to measure variables in table above are clearly
labeled.
• Circuit diagram drawn if relevant
• Clamp, secure all objects that need support on the bench

5) Method– make use of the table. Write in point form. [M2 or 3, few D points]
• How will you vary the independent variable?
• How will you measure the dependent and independent variables?
• Repeat measurements 7) Extra details

a) shape is circle/ irregular – different position AND average • Safety/Precaution – damage to skin/eyes, high voltage electric

b) for the (independent variable) to obtain more values of (dependent shocks, burns from hot objects etc. [D1]

variable) AND average • Prep/Set-up of experiment – plumbline, set square, etc etc, any

• Be specific. forgotten points can be written here.

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Physical Quantity
Directly measurable quantities – some examples, not all inclusive.
1 Height – Vertical height
2 Length of strings, spring,
stretch/moving things.
3 Diameter/Thickness
4 Mass
Time / period.
5 Current/ Voltage/ Power/
Heat energy/Resistance
6 Temperature
7 Pressure
8 Force
Instrument /Measurement
Metre rule
Metre rule
Vernier caliper/ micrometer
Balance
Stop watch /light gate
Ammeter
Voltmeter
Thermometer
Manometer/pressure gauge
Newton meter or weighing
balance (Vertical force)
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Past Year Examples Additional Detail
MJ19P51 • clamp rule + ensure vertical using plumb line or set-square.
ON19P51 & 52 • Clearly state distance and equation of relevant
MJ20P51 • repeat measurements and average.
MJ20P53 • Use a marker.
• If movement involved while measuring, clamp rule, view video playback frame
by frame
• Use safety googles to prevent injury (to eyes) from moving spring/load
• Use cushion/sand box in case load falls.
MJ20P52 • repeat at different position and average
• Radius cannot be measured, use r=d/2
MJ14P51 • view video playback frame by frame
• Clearly indicate start and stop of timing
• Indicate position of light gate
• For oscillation, take 5, 10, or 20 complete cycles.
ON13P53 • Draw Circuit Diagram
ON15P53 • Include equation
MJ17P52
ON17P51
FM19P52
•
ON18P51 & 52 & 53 • sealed bell jar/conical flask
FM18P53 • Example of top pan balance
MJ18P51
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9 Angle Protractor/ruler ON15P51 • use relevant trigo identity
MJ19P52 • Use plumb line for alignment if needed
• Cannot be measured directly
10 Volume or surface area Metre rule to measure • state equation used to calculate volume/area
of regular shapes appropriate lengths
11 Volume (Liquid) Measuring Cylinder • Water displacement method for irregularly shaped objects.

12 Volume (Gas) Measuring Cylinder •

13 Density Measure mass and volume • State density equation

14 Average Velocity/ Measure time and MJ16P52 • Use relevant equation of motion.
acceleration displacement of object FM17P52
MJ17P51
15 Wavelength of light Determined using Young MJ18P52, • Use filter / different LED
double slit or diffraction MJ16P51, • Include relevant equation
grating. ON12P53
16 Frequency / Intensity of Read on CRO MJ15P52 • Use signal generator to vary
sound wave • Include Mic and loudspeaker
17 Magnetic Flux Density Hall Probe MJ14P52 • to vary, change current in coils
[ON12P52, ON14P53 • to measure, calibrate hall probe with a known field
ON16P51 • to set-up, rotate hall probe until max reading on voltmeter.
ON16P52
ON17P52
FM20P52
18 Alternating Current Read on CRO MJ13P52 • to vary, use signal generator, use small frequency.
Frequency/peak values ON13P51
MJ15P51
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Question 2
1) Follow the question. Y=mX+C
2) Common uncertainty identities

5) Gradient & Uncertainty

• Clear triangle – dotted line
• Coordinates taken and shown substitution

3) Plot & Error bars [SHARP PENCIL]

• Plot at corners, no larger than size of one small box.
• Bars – symmetrical, CLEARLY drawn – can be EITHER horizontal OR
vertical. 6) Y-intercept & uncertainty
• Substitution into Y=mx+c
4) Best Fit and Worse Fit [SHARP PENCIL]
• Label lines. BF should be close to all points with balanced points above
and below line.
• WF with steepest or shallowest slope – should pass all error bars.