Interpreting Graphs of Functions

Front

What does it mean when a graph shows a horizontal line?

Back

The object is not moving.

Front

What does it indicate when a graph is sloping upwards?

Back

The object is moving away from the starting point, indicating acceleration.

Front

What does a downward slope on a graph represent?

Back

The object is moving back towards the starting point, indicating deceleration.

Front

What is the significance of a steep slope in a graph?

Back

It indicates a higher speed of the object.

Front

What does a flat line at the bottom of a graph indicate?

Back

The object is stopped.

Front

How can you tell if an object is accelerating on a graph?

Back

The line on the graph is curving upwards.

Front

What does it mean if the graph shows a line that is curving downwards?

Back

The object is slowing down.

Front

What is the difference between constant speed and acceleration on a graph?

Back

Constant speed is represented by a straight line, while acceleration is represented by a curved line.

Front

What does the y-axis typically represent in a motion graph?

Back

The distance or position of the object.

Front

What does the x-axis typically represent in a motion graph?

Back

The time elapsed.