Name: ______________________________ Date: ________ Period: _______ Class # _______
Friction and Acceleration Exit Ticket
Directions: Read each of the statements below. Put an “A” beside each statement that includes an example of
acceleration. Put an “X” beside the statements that do not show acceleration.
_______ 1. A motorcycle slows down and stops as it comes to a red light.
_______ 2. A car is traveling on a straight, flat road at a constant speed.
_______ 3. Your pet dog runs around in circles, chasing his tail.
_______ 4. A basketball is bouncing up and down.
_______ 5. A cheetah starts running faster when it sees its prey.
Directions: Examine the graphic below. Use the graphic to answer questions 5 - 7.
5. Which surface created the greatest amount
of friction?
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6. Which surface created the least amount of
friction?
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7. What is the relationship between the amount of friction and the distance the car travelled?
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