Technology Wins the Game Comprehension

Front

What do sports engineers do once they identify a problem?

Back

They come up with a model that solves it.

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CCSS.RI.2.3

CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.3.3

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.3

Front

What was the last thing added to football helmets?

Back

A computer chip.

Front

Why was 1975 an important year for the Boston Marathon?

Back

An athlete in a wheelchair completed the race for the first time.

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CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.3.3

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.3

CCSS.RI.4.5

Front

What are special safety features in skiers' clothing used for?

Back

To help find the skiers' location.

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CCSS.RI.2.3

CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.3.3

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.3

Front

What does the diagram in the 'More Bounce to the Ball' section show?

Back

The steps in making a tennis ball.

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CCSS.RI.1.5

CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.K.5

Front

What is the role of a sports engineer?

Back

To design and improve sports equipment and safety.

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CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.3.3

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.3

CCSS.RI.4.5

Front

What technology is often used in sports equipment for safety?

Back

Computer chips and sensors.

Front

How do engineers test new sports equipment?

Back

They create models and prototypes to evaluate performance.

Front

What is the purpose of extra padding in sports helmets?

Back

To protect players from head injuries.

Front

What innovation helped wheelchair athletes in marathons?

Back

High-tech wheelchairs.