Physics 5054 · O Level · Physical quantities and measurement techniques

Physical quantities and measurement techniques — practice question

Two students choose a $100\,\text{m}$ stretch to act as a running track on a school field.
(a(i))[1]

On Fig. 1.1, show and label the length $l$ of one stride.

(a(ii))[1]

For the student's stride length, estimate a value. $l = \ldots$

(a(iii))[1]

Calculate how many strides the student takes when walking $100\,\text{m}$ using your value for $l$.

(b(i))[1]

Explain how a trundle wheel can be used to measure a distance of $100\,\text{m}$ for the track.

(b(ii))[1]

Explain why this is a more accurate way to measure a distance of $100\,\text{m}$ than the method in (a).

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