Distance time graphs

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What does a distance-time graph represent?

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A distance-time graph represents the relationship between distance traveled and time taken, showing how speed varies over time.

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What does a constant speed look like on a distance-time graph?

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A constant speed is represented by a straight line with a positive slope.

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What does acceleration look like on a distance-time graph?

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Acceleration is represented by a curve that slopes upwards, indicating an increase in speed over time.

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What does a horizontal line on a distance-time graph indicate?

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A horizontal line indicates that the object is at rest and not moving.

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How can you determine the speed from a distance-time graph?

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Speed can be determined by calculating the slope of the line on the graph; the steeper the slope, the faster the speed.

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What does a downward slope on a distance-time graph indicate?

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A downward slope indicates that the object is returning to its starting point.

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What does the area under the line in a distance-time graph represent?

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The area under the line does not represent a specific quantity in distance-time graphs; it is primarily used in velocity-time graphs to represent distance.

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How do you find the total time taken from a distance-time graph?

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The total time taken can be found by looking at the x-axis values from the start to the end of the motion.

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What does a steeper slope indicate in a distance-time graph?

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A steeper slope indicates a higher speed.

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What is the significance of point C in a distance-time graph?

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Point C may indicate a change in motion, such as acceleration or deceleration.