Experiment 1: Pacing

1.1 Introduction:
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Pacing consists of counting the number of steps, or paces, in a required distance.

The length of an individuals pace must first be determined.

This is best done by walking with natural steps back and forth over a measured
level course at least 100 meter long, and dividing the known distance by the
average number of steps.

1.2 Objectives:
1. To determine the average length of your own pace.
2. To become familiar with using a steel tape to measure approximate horizontal distances.

1.3 Equipment:
Steel tape, Rods.

1.4 Procedure:
1. The location for this lab shall be determined by your instructor.
2. Use your normal walk to pace off each distance, a total of 3 times each.
3. Record the number of paces for each trial in your field book.

1.5 Results and Calculations:

As an example:
Task 1:
Distance = 15 meter Avg. Pace = (X1+X2+X3) / 3
For one step = 15 m / Avg. Pace
Task 2:
To find Unknown distance X: Avg. Pace = (X1+X2+X3) / 3
X = Avg. Pace * (One Step)
1. Calculate the average number of paces for each distance.
2. Calculate the average length of your pace.