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Kinematics - Introductory

This is a collection of mechanics problems organised by curriculum content. More topics are available in the mechanics curriculum mapping pages.

Speed-time Problems at the Olympics

Age 14 to 16
Challenge Level Yellow star

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to race against Usain Bolt?

Cannon Balls

Age 16 to 18
ShortChallenge Level Yellow star

How high will a ball taking a million seconds to fall travel?

Dangerous Driver?

Age 16 to 18
Challenge Level Yellow star

Was it possible that this dangerous driving penalty was issued in error?

Speedo

Age 16 to 18
Challenge Level Yellow star

Investigate the relationship between speeds recorded and the distance travelled in this kinematic scenario.

Board and Spool

Age 16 to 18
Challenge Level Yellow starYellow star

Think about this mechanical configuation and compute the time taken for the man to reach the spool

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