Physics (AS & A Level) · Oct / Nov 2020 · Paper 52 · Question 1

A student investigates the motion of a trolley on a wooden surface, as shown in Fig. 1.1. mass m trolley wooden surface Fig. 1.1 A mass m is placed on the trolley. A mass P is attached to the trolley by string which passes over a pulley. When this mass falls, it pulls the trolley along the surface. The trolley is initially at rest. The student investigates how the speed v of the trolley at a distance d from the initial position of the trolley varies with m. It is suggested that the relationship between v and m is 2d v2 = m + R Pg – Q where g is the acceleration of free fall and Q and R are constants. Design a laboratory experiment to test the relationship between m and v. Explain how your results could be used to determine values for Q and R. You should draw a diagram, on page 3, showing the arrangement of your equipment. In your account you should pay particular attention to: ● the procedure to be followed ● the measurements to be taken ● the control of variables ● the analysis of the data ● any safety precautions to be taken. 3 Diagram 4 [15]

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