Calculus-based mechanics and kinematics
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35 questions, 45 minutes, 50% of score.
Tests kinematics, dynamics, energy, momentum, and rotation.
3 questions, 45 minutes, 50% of score.
Requires calculus-based derivations and problem solving.
Graphing calculator required.
Equation sheet provided. Total time: 1 hour 30 minutes.
Approximately 25% of students score a 5.
Scores of 3+ typically earn college credit.
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Unit 1Motion in one and two dimensions with calculus-based analysis
Unit 2Forces, systems, free-body diagrams, and friction
Unit 3Work-energy theorem, conservative forces, potential energy, and power
Unit 4Center of mass, impulse, and conservation of linear momentum
Unit 5Rotational kinematics, torque, rotational dynamics, and rolling motion
Unit 6Simple harmonic motion, springs, pendulums, and resonance
Unit 7Gravitational forces, orbits, Kepler's laws, and escape velocity
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