Pre-Test Distance/Time Graphs

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What is a distance/time graph?

Back

A distance/time graph is a visual representation that shows how the distance traveled by an object changes over time.

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What does a flat line on a distance/time graph indicate?

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A flat line indicates that the object is not moving; it is at rest.

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What does a steep slope on a distance/time graph represent?

Back

A steep slope indicates that the object is moving quickly.

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What does a downward slope on a distance/time graph signify?

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A downward slope signifies that the object is moving backwards.

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How can you determine the speed of an object from a distance/time graph?

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Speed can be determined by calculating the slope of the line on the graph; speed = distance/time.

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What does the y-axis represent in a distance/time graph?

Back

The y-axis represents the distance traveled by the object.

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What does the x-axis represent in a distance/time graph?

Back

The x-axis represents the time elapsed.

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If an object travels 20 m in 10 s, what is its speed?

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Speed = distance/time = 20 m / 10 s = 2 m/s.

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What does it mean if the distance/time graph has a curve?

Back

A curve indicates that the object's speed is changing; it may be accelerating or decelerating.

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What is the significance of the area under the line in a distance/time graph?

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The area under the line does not have a direct physical meaning in distance/time graphs; it is primarily used in velocity/time graphs.