Proving Constant Velocity: Graphing and Analyzing Data

In summary, the conversation discusses how to prove that two motorized toy cars have a constant velocity. The method involves setting up a car at a marked spot and timing its movement using two timers. The average times for the car to travel 1m are calculated and a graph is recommended to show the relationship between distance traveled and time. The type of graph used can be either position vs. time or velocity vs. time. By graphing the velocities and seeing if there is a straight line, it can be determined if the cars have the same velocities, accounting for any potential errors.
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Prove that 2 motorized toy cars have a constant velocity.
A car was set up at a marked spot, then turned on and left to go for 3m. This was done three separate times and was timed using 2 timers (2 people).
how can i prove a constant velocity?

I have the averages for both times given and I have averaged out how long it took for the car to go 1m.

What type of graph should I used to prove a constant velocity? How do I prove a constant velocity? Position v. Time or Velocity v. Time graph?
 
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you have to measure and graph distance traveled vs. time and see if you get a straight line.
 
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Ok, so I got my velocity. So I just graph the velocities on a graph and link them to see if i have a straight line? If the line/velocities are similar can i conclude that they have the same velocities (allowing room for errors, such as reaction time)?
 

Related to Proving Constant Velocity: Graphing and Analyzing Data

1. What is constant velocity?

Constant velocity is a type of motion where an object moves in a straight line at a consistent speed. This means that the object covers equal distances in equal amounts of time.

2. How is constant velocity different from average velocity?

Constant velocity refers to the speed an object maintains throughout its motion, while average velocity takes into account any changes in speed or direction over a period of time.

3. How do you prove that an object is moving at constant velocity?

In order to prove constant velocity, we need to measure the distance an object has covered in equal time intervals. If the distance covered remains the same in each interval, then the object is moving at a constant velocity.

4. Can an object have constant velocity if it changes direction?

No, an object cannot have constant velocity if it changes direction. Constant velocity requires both constant speed and direction.

5. What are some real-life examples of constant velocity?

Examples of constant velocity include a car driving at a steady speed on a straight road, a ball rolling down a ramp, or a plane flying at a constant altitude.

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