Loop the Loop problemsOBJECTIVE: Calculate the minimum height the beginning of the track must be set at in order for the ball to never lose contact with the track.

MA TERIALS: Loop the Loop Track Meterstick Calipers Tape measure Electronic Balance Printed Coefficient Table

GROUND RULES & SCORING:

The ball may not touch the track.

You may measure anything you'd like.

Ball will be rolled when everyone hands in their predictions.

Group calculations:

Group Prediction for height based on calculations: Actual minimum height Percentage

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Predicted Minimum Height __________________________