Cambridge AS & A Level Physics
P5.1Planning
Planning in Cambridge AS & A Level Physics: what the syllabus expects you to know, the learning objectives and how to practise.
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Learning objectives
What the syllabus expects you to be able to do.
- P5.1.1Identify the independent, dependent and controlled variables.
- P5.1.2Describe a workable method with a labelled arrangement, how variables are varied, measured and controlled, and suitable instruments.
- P5.1.3Describe how the data will be analysed, including what to plot and how to derive the required quantity.
- P5.1.4Assess risks and describe precautions, and add relevant detail such as preliminary work, calibration and the use of oscilloscopes, light gates and data loggers.
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Planning a physics investigation
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