Physics 9702 · AS & A Level · Equations of motion

Equations of motion — practice question

In an experiment designed to find the acceleration of free fall $g$, a ball-bearing is supported by an electromagnet. Once the current to the electromagnet is turned off, a clock begins and the ball-bearing drops. After travelling a distance $h$, the ball-bearing hits a switch that stops the clock, which records the time $t$ for the fall. Which expression can be used to calculate the value of $g$?

  • A$\frac{h t^2}{2}$
  • B$\frac{t h^2}{2}$
  • C$\sqrt{\frac{2t}{h^2}}$
  • D$\frac{2h}{t^2}$

Worked solution & mark scheme

This 1-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme.

  • Full mark scheme, point by point
  • Step-by-step worked solution
  • Write your answer & get it marked instantly by AI