PURPOSE: To illustrate the numerical technique by which a computer carries out integration of the equation a = F/m.

DESCRIPTION: The bowling ball is accelerated by a series of small blows with the mallet. Both linear and centripetal acceleration can be illustrated.

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REFERENCES: (PIRA unknown.)

EQUIPMENT: Bowling ball and mallet; optional 20 foot track for the case of linear motion.

SETUP TIME: None.