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Lesson 47 of 84 · Forces
ExperimentTesting Ramp Heights (Part 2)
What You'll Learn
An inclined plane is a flat surface that is tilted. Ramps and slides are inclined planes!
Key Words
- lever
- ramp
Materials Needed
- string
- weights
- tape
- ruler
Safety First
- Clean up spills immediately to prevent slipping.
- Use materials only as directed in the experiment.
- Keep small objects away from young children.
Steps
Step 1 — Read
Read and learn: An inclined plane is a flat surface that is tilted. Ramps and slides are inclined planes!
Step 2 — Do
Sort, group, or arrange the items as shown.
Step 3 — Observe
Use your senses to describe what you notice.
Step 4 — Record
Write 1-2 sentences about what happened.
Check Your Understanding
Question 1
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