Brainteaser 02 - A Straight Line

Dr. Carlson's Science Theater by Dr. Matt J. Carlson

Apr 3, 2008Science & Medicine

Is the best path between two points a straight line? The second video in our brainteaser series challenges the viewer (you) to predict and explain any differences in the path of two rolling balls. Can you figure it out b...

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