Write a summary that includes possible rule changes that might be required on each planet due to the different gravitational forces.

Question

Interplanetary Basketball Extension Activity, "Suppose the formation of an interplanetary basketball league is being considered. Write a summary that includes possible rule changes that might be required on each planet due to the different gravitational forces. For example, a lower gravitational force might mean that the players could jump longer and higher and that the ball could go further when thrown upward. Would that require bigger basketball courts and a higher basket?"

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Answer 1

Hi Jade;

The rules of driving would have to change.  On this planet, we only have horizontal speed limits.  On a planet of weak gravitational force, we would have vertical and horizontal speed limits.