Word 2003 Document Link Velocity

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Motion Problem Writing 1: Velocity Word Problem

Write a creative motion problem that requires the person solving it to calculate using the average velocity formula. You may have them calculate any quantity in the formula. Write your story with an interesting (or even crazy) scenario, memorable characters, and metric quantities with at least 3 significant figures (that are not the same digit). Provide a vector diagram of the action with straight lines and arrows. Label all the given quantities in your diagram and provide enough information so that it is clear, understandable, and neat. Answer your own question according to the instructions given.
Story:

Diagram the Action Below:

Answer this problem in three parts.

A) Write the formula(s) needed in their correct form.

B) Plug in the values into the formula with their correct units. (Set up the equation.)

C) Write the answer in the correct form with the correct units and significant figures.

A) Formula(s)                                           B) Set up the Equation                                                      C) Answer

√ Check your Work

• _____ Story is clear, neat, and easy to read.
• _____ Line Diagram has all given quantities labeled with units.
• _____ All quantities are metric units.
• _____ Line Diagram is clear, neat, and easy to understand the action.
• _____ Problem uses the acceleration and the force formulas.
• _____ All quantities have a minimum of 3 different significant figures.
• _____ Your motion problem can be solved.
• _____ The solution is in 3 parts and units are written after each number.
• _____ Significant figure rules are followed in the calculation.