• Reaction Time

Reaction Time, 1C30.55

Topic and Concept:

• Motion in One Dimension, 1C30. Measuring g

Location:

• Cabinet: Mechanic (ME)

• Bay: (A2)

• Shelf: #2

Abstract:

• This demo shows the limits of human reaction time by dropping a dollar bill or meter stick through a person's hand and seeing how long it takes for the person to react to a randomly dropped object and catch it.

Important Setup Notes:

• N/A

Setup and Procedure:

1. Have the person that is dropping item, the dropper, ready with item in hand.
2. Have volunteer, having reaction time tested hold hand oriented like a handshake then make a loose fist.
3. The dropper will sporadically drop the item, and the volunteer will react as quickly as he or she can to catch the falling object.

Cautions, Warnings, or Safety Concerns:

• N/A

Discussion:

N/A

Videos:

• Reaction Time, 1A20.60c

• Lecture Demonstration's Youtube Channel

References:

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