Stopping distance Investigation.
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PLAN: The aim of this experiment is to investigate the factors that affect the stopping distance of a vehicle. In order to do this, I must take into account the forces that act upon a vehicle when it attempts to brake. The results which I gain from doing this experiment should be representative of what the results would be like if I were to investigate this using a real car. Obviously this is not an option, and so I will have to stimulate these conditions as best I can whilst using the trolley instead. METHOD: To conduct this investigation, I will use a trolley, and change the mass of it by 1kg each time. The ramp that the trolley runs down will be supported by a tub, which will allow the height and angle of the ramp to remain constant. I will let the trolley go, and run freely down the ramp until...


