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Peer reviewedSerway, Raymond A.; And Others – Physics Teacher, 1995
Presents the theory behind the mechanics demonstration that involves projecting a ball vertically upward from a ballistic cart moving along an inclined plane. The measured overshoot is believed to be due, in part, to the presence of rolling friction and the inertial properties of the cart wheels. (JRH)
Descriptors: Computer Simulation, Demonstrations (Science), Mechanics (Physics), Motion
