Position-Time Graphs

Front

What does the slope of a position-time graph represent?

Back

Velocity

Front

On a Position-Time Graph, position is located on the _________.

Back

y axis

Front

What is a unit for time?

Back

s (seconds)

Front

What is the average speed of an object if it travels 100 meters in 10 seconds?

Back

10 m/s

Front

Which graph describes an object that is at rest?

Back

A horizontal line on the graph.

Front

What does a steeper slope on a position-time graph indicate?

Back

A higher velocity.

Front

What does a negative slope on a position-time graph indicate?

Back

The object is moving in the opposite direction.

Front

How can you determine the total distance traveled from a position-time graph?

Back

By calculating the total change in position over time.

Front

What does a curve on a position-time graph represent?

Back

Changing velocity.

Front

What is the significance of the y-intercept on a position-time graph?

Back

It represents the initial position of the object.