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TCE PhysicsPractice Examination 19

Reading time15 minutes
Writing time2 hours
Total marks180
Questions23
StructureSection A — 6 Q, 45 marks · Section B — 6 Q, 45 marks · Section C — 6 Q, 45 marks · Section D — 5 Q, 45 marks

This paper covers

  • Section A (Criterion 5): impulse and stopping force in a crash barrier test, with full working, units and directions.
  • Section B (Criterion 6): a simple linear motor with induced back emf, including at least one labelled field or force diagram.
  • Section C (Criterion 7): polarising filters at different angles and glare reduction, mixing calculation with a justified explanation.
  • Section D (Criterion 8): ionisation, excitation by photons and electron collisions, with a non-routine or real-world context.
  • Scenario: a (fictional) road-safety testing centre near Launceston and a fluorescent and specialty lighting factory.

Students are permitted to bring into the examination the materials normally allowed for this subject. Answer all questions in the spaces provided.

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TCE Physics Practice Examination 19