Position vs. Time Graphs

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What does a position vs. time graph represent?

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It represents the location of an object over time, showing how its position changes.

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What is the definition of 'position' in physics?

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The location of an object related to a zero point.

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

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The object is not moving.

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

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The object is moving at a fast speed.

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What does a gentle slope on a position vs. time graph indicate?

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The object is moving at a slow speed.

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What does a downward slope on a position vs. time graph indicate?

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The object is returning to the starting position.

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What is the difference between distance and displacement?

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Distance is the total path length traveled, while displacement is the shortest straight-line distance from the starting point to the ending point.

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What does it mean if the position vs. time graph is curved?

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The object is accelerating or decelerating.

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How can you determine the speed of an object from a position vs. time graph?

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By calculating the slope of the line on the graph.

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

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The object is stationary.