Identifier:
M: S - 005
Concept Overview
Equilibrium of forces acting on an extended body
Lecturer Procedure
Steps to Follow
- Adjust the heavy weight on the plank to show equal weight sharing.
- Move the weight back and forth to show how the weight is distributed.
Expected Result
The closer the weight gets to a scale, the more weight will show; less weight will show on the opposite scale.
Note:
Faces of scales may be covered up if you would like to collect student opinions before revealing results.
Video Demonstration
Tutorial:
Set-up Instructions for M: S - 5
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