Basketball Shot Trajectory Analysis

Basketball Shot Trajectory Analysis

Assessment

Interactive Video

Mathematics, Physics

6th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Mia Campbell

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The video tutorial explains the trajectory of a basketball shot by Mr. Theisen, focusing on the graph of the ball's height as a function of horizontal distance. It highlights the significance of the y-intercept, the maximum height reached, and the point where the ball enters the net. The tutorial emphasizes understanding the graph's key points and their interpretations.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the function y(x) represent in the context of Mr. Theisen's basketball shot?

The angle of the shot

The distance of the ball from the hoop

The height of the ball as a function of horizontal distance

The speed of the ball

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where is Mr. Theisen standing when he releases the ball?

At x equals 26

At x equals 16

At x equals 0

At x equals 10

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the initial height of the ball when Mr. Theisen releases it?

4 feet

6 feet

16 feet

10 feet

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the maximum height reached by the ball during its trajectory?

20 feet

16 feet

10 feet

12 feet

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

At what horizontal distance does the ball hit the goal?

30 feet

26 feet

22 feet

16 feet

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the significance of the y-intercept in the graph?

It represents the maximum height of the ball.

It shows the initial height of the ball when x is 0.

It indicates the distance to the goal.

It marks the point where the ball hits the ground.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the height of the basketball hoop?

6 feet

10 feet

12 feet

8 feet

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