Kinematic Equations
Authored by Jeannie Kim
Physics
9th - 12th Grade
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This quiz comprehensively covers kinematic equations and motion analysis, representing fundamental concepts in introductory physics appropriate for grades 9-12. The questions assess students' understanding of one-dimensional motion with constant acceleration, requiring them to master the four primary kinematic equations and determine which equation to apply based on given variables. Students must demonstrate conceptual understanding of acceleration, velocity, and displacement relationships, along with practical problem-solving skills involving free fall, projectile motion, and uniform acceleration scenarios. The quiz evaluates both computational abilities and conceptual knowledge, including recognition of proper units (m/s², m/s, m, s) and variable notation (v₀, v, a, d, t). Success on this assessment requires students to analyze word problems, identify known and unknown variables, select appropriate kinematic equations, and understand the physical principles governing motion under constant acceleration. Created by Jeannie Kim, a Physics teacher in the US who teaches grades 9-12. This quiz serves as an excellent formative assessment tool for students learning kinematics, providing immediate feedback on their equation selection skills and conceptual understanding of motion principles. Teachers can use this assessment as a pre-lab activity before conducting motion experiments, as homework reinforcement after introducing kinematic equations, or as a review exercise before summative assessments. The varied question types make it ideal for differentiated instruction, allowing students to practice both computational problems and conceptual understanding at their own pace. This quiz aligns with NGSS HS-PS2-1 (analyzing data to support claims about forces and motion) and supports Common Core mathematical practices by requiring students to model real-world scenarios mathematically and reason abstractly about physical relationships.
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
2 mins • 1 pt
A car is traveling to the right with a speed of 29m/s when the rider slams on the accelerator to pass another car. The car passes in 110 m with constant acceleration and reaches a speed of 34m/s. We want to find the acceleration of the car as it sped up. What equation should you choose?
v=vo+at
d=vot+1/2at2
v2=vo2+2ad
d=1/2(v+vo)t
Tags
NGSS.HS-PS2-1
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What happens to the velocity of a ball as it is dropped off a cliff?
Tags
NGSS.HS-PS2-1
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
2 mins • 1 pt
A boat travels 12.0 m while it reduces its velocity from 9.5 m/s to 5.5 m/s. What is the magnitude of the boat’s acceleration while it travels the 12.0 m?
Tags
NGSS.HS-PS2-1
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Kinematic equation can only be used when you have a constant ....
Position
Velocity
Acceleration
Time
Tags
NGSS.HS-PS2-1
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
The unit we use to measure acceleration is ___.
m/s
m
s
m/s2
Tags
NGSS.HS-PS2-1
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
2 mins • 1 pt
A ball is dropped from a building. How fast is it traveling after falling for 1.77 s? (Hint: It's a free falling object)
14.76 m/s
17.35 m/s
18.91 m/s
20.03 m/s
Tags
NGSS.HS-PS2-1
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
2 mins • 1 pt
A car starts from rest and accelerates uniformly over a time of 5.21 seconds for a distance of 110 m. Determine the acceleration of the car. Choose the appropriate equation.
v=vo+at
d=vot+1/2at2
v2=vo2+2ad
d=1/2(v+vo)t
Tags
NGSS.HS-PS2-1
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