Interpreting Graphs of Functions

Front

What does it mean when a graph is flat?

Back

The object is not moving.

Front

What is the y-coordinate in an ordered pair?

Back

The second number in the pair, representing the vertical position on a graph.

Front

What does it indicate if a graph is sloping upwards?

Back

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

Front

What does it mean when a graph is sloping downwards?

Back

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

Front

What does acceleration mean in the context of a graph?

Back

A change in the speed of the object, either speeding up or slowing down.

Front

What does it mean if a graph shows a steep slope?

Back

The object is moving quickly.

Front

What is constant speed?

Back

When the object covers equal distances in equal intervals of time.

Front

What does it mean if a graph has a vertical line?

Back

The object is instantaneously at the same position, indicating a stop.

Front

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

Back

The slope of the graph decreases over time.

Front

What is the significance of the x-axis in a motion graph?

Back

It typically represents time.