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You don't need a scale to determine weight. This activity provides a way to use the concepts of air pressure and surface area to determine the weight of a vehicle by calculating the amount of weight each tire supports.
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CCSS:
Adaptable
Concepts
Instructional Ideas
- Determine the amount of pressure needed to lift a heavy object
- Provide an explanation of air pressure and its measurement of psi
Classroom Considerations
- Requires access to a car parked on a flat surface
Pros
- Calculations are easy to complete
- Pictures provide a visual of what participants need to do
Cons
- The activity is difficult to complete with large groups