Force and Motion 4 (Graphing)

Front

What is speed?

Back

Speed is the distance traveled per unit of time, often calculated using the formula: speed = distance ÷ time.

Front

What does a position vs. time graph show?

Back

A position vs. time graph shows how the position of an object changes over time.

Front

What happens to the position of an object when it stops moving?

Back

When an object stops moving, its position remains constant while time continues to increase.

Front

How can you determine if an object is increasing speed on a graph?

Back

If the slope of the line on a position vs. time graph is getting steeper, the object is increasing speed.

Front

What does a horizontal line on a position vs. time graph indicate?

Back

A horizontal line indicates that the object is not moving; its position is constant.

Front

What is the formula to calculate speed?

Back

Speed = Distance ÷ Time.

Front

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

Back

A decreasing slope indicates that the object is slowing down.

Front

How can you tell if two objects are moving at different speeds on a graph?

Back

You can tell by comparing the slopes of their lines; steeper slopes indicate faster speeds.

Front

What does a steep slope on a position vs. time graph represent?

Back

A steep slope represents a high speed.

Front

What is the significance of the y-axis on a position vs. time graph?

Back

The y-axis represents the position of the object.