Reference Frames and Relative Motion
AP Physics C Mechanics · Flashcards · Application
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QUESTION
Calculate the relative velocity:
v
A
=
15
m/s
v_A = 15 \text{ m/s}
v
A
=
15
m/s
east,
v
B
=
5
m/s
v_B = 5 \text{ m/s}
v
B
=
5
m/s
west.
QUESTION
Identify the result of a reference frame accelerating upwards on perceived weight.
QUESTION
Identify the effect of a rotating reference frame on perceived acceleration.
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ANSWER
Perceived acceleration includes fictitious forces. Rotation adds centrifugal and Coriolis fictitious accelerations.
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