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Can I use large tongue depressors/popsicle sticks instead of the small ones?
by Brandon on Sep.23, 2020, under Uncategorized
Great question! We will consider the large sticks equal to two small sticks. Instead of using 10 smalls, you may use 5 large craft sticks, or a combination of the two. Example, 2 large + 6 small = 10 total.
Can I use the cardboard for something other than a base?
by Brandon on Sep.23, 2020, under Uncategorized
Yes, you may also cut and alter the 12″x 12″ cardboard for your devise. Remember, the device still needs to be freestanding and cannot be taped to the floor or any other object not on the materials list. You can tape the devise to the cardboard, if you choose to.
Can I use flex tape?
by Brandon on Sep.23, 2020, under Uncategorized
No, flex tape may not be used. The only types of tape you may use are duct tape, clear scotch tape (classroom size), and masking tape (3/4″ classroom size).
Can I alter the ping pong ball?
by Brandon on Sep.23, 2020, under Uncategorized
No, the ping pong ball cannot be cut, taped, painted, or otherwise changed in any way.
If the base of my device is two feet away from the wicket, but it extends 6 inches forward when activated, does that still work?
by Brandon on Sep.23, 2020, under Uncategorized
No, all of the components of your device must be at least two feet away when launched. No part of the device may extend closer than 24″ at any point.
I am confused about points. If I use 10 pencils is that just one point for all of them or one point each?
by Brandon on Sep.23, 2020, under Uncategorized
Each pencil is 1 point. The values for materials are the unit rate- per one item. So 3 rubber bands would cost 6 points.
Can I use hot glue (or any type of glue)?
by Brandon on Sep.23, 2020, under Uncategorized
No, only materials on the materials list and items to assist page may be used.
Can I cut down 4 oz (or larger) cups so they are 3 ounces?
by Brandon on Sep.23, 2020, under Uncategorized
Yes, you can trim down cups so they are the appropriate size- 2-3 ounces.
This ‘STEM Challenge’ Blog will become active on Monday, September 21st!
by BAILEY on Sep.18, 2020, under Uncategorized
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