An experimental glider is released from rest at the top of an inclined air track.
The distance from the starting position of the glider to the light gate located near the bottom of the track is 1.8 m1.8\text{ m}1.8 m.
The speed of the glider as it passes through the light gate is recorded as 3.15 m/s3.15\text{ m/s}3.15 m/s.
Calculate the acceleration of the glider as it moves down the track. Give your answer to 2 decimal places.
The glider has a mass of 0.85 kg0.85\text{ kg}0.85 kg. Calculate its kinetic energy as it passes through the light gate. Give your answer to 2 decimal places.
50 exam-style questions on OCR GCSE Physics Motion. Each one has a worked solution and a mark scheme showing where the marks go.