Question

In this experiment, you will use a track, a toy car, and some washers to explore Newton’s first two laws of motion. You will make observations and collect data regarding the motion of these objects. In the space below, write a general scientific question that you will answer by doing this experiment.

How does adding mass (by attaching washers) to a toy car affect its acceleration when the same unbalanced force acts on it?
Sample Response: How can Newton's laws be experimentally verified?

What did you include in your question? Check all that apply.

Newton’s laws
experimentation
verification of Newton’s laws
may mention collecting data

Answer 1

- Newton’s laws — yes. The question directly addresses mass, force, and acceleration (Newton’s 2nd law).
- experimentation — yes. It’s framed as an experimental investigation with the toy car and washers.
- verification of Newton’s laws — no. The question investigates the relationship but doesn’t explicitly say it’s trying to “verify” the laws.
- may mention collecting data — no. The question implies measuring acceleration but does not explicitly mention collecting data.