Bungee Jumping Dynamics and Acceleration

Bungee Jumping Dynamics and Acceleration

Assessment

Interactive Video

Physics, Science

7th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Olivia Brooks

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The video tutorial explores the concept of acceleration experienced by a bungee jumper. It presents various scenarios where the jumper might experience the greatest acceleration: immediately after leaping off the platform, when the rope becomes taut, at the fastest point, at the very bottom of the jump, or on the rebound. Viewers are prompted to make a selection and are reminded of the scenarios to consider.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main focus of the initial discussion in the video?

The safety measures in bungee jumping

The acceleration experienced by a bungee jumper

The history of bungee jumping

The equipment used in bungee jumping

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

At which point does the rope become taut during a bungee jump?

When the rope is fully extended

When the jumper reaches their fastest point

At the very bottom of the jump

Immediately after the jump

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which stage of the jump is characterized by the jumper reaching their maximum speed?

Just after leaving the platform

When the rope becomes taut

At the fastest point

On the rebound

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What happens at the very bottom of the bungee jump?

The jumper reaches their fastest point

The jumper rebounds

The rope becomes taut

The jumper experiences the greatest acceleration

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

When should you make your selection regarding the greatest acceleration?

After the video ends

During the recap section

Before the video starts

During the introduction