Interactive

Crash Test Dummy

Curated and Reviewed by Lesson Planet

Why are car manufactures required to install seat belts and airbags; do they really make that big of a difference? Scholars use a simulator to determine the amount of force dissipated by a seat belt and airbag in a head-on crash. This is one lesson most teens need to take to heart.

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CCSS: Adaptable
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Instructional Ideas
  • View videos of real crash tests using various sized dummies and explain the importance of using multiple types
Classroom Considerations
  • Requires a free CK-12 account to access the interactive
  • Assumes prior knowledge of velocity, area, and interpreting graphs
Pros
  • Includes answers to some of the worksheet questions
  • Challenge questions require higher level thinking skills
Cons
  • None