Distance Time Graphs

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What does a distance-time graph represent?

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A distance-time graph represents how far an object has traveled over a period of time, showing the relationship between distance and time.

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What does constant speed mean in a distance-time graph?

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Constant speed means that the object is moving the same distance in equal intervals of time, represented by a straight line on the graph.

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How can you tell if an object is stationary on a distance-time graph?

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An object is stationary if the graph shows a horizontal line, indicating that the distance does not change over time.

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

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Acceleration is represented by a curve on the graph, indicating that the object is increasing its speed over time.

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If an object travels 40 meters in 60 seconds, what is its speed?

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Speed = Distance / Time = 40 m / 60 s = 0.67 m/s.

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What does the term 'stationary' mean?

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Stationary means not moving; the object does not change its position over time.

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

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The total time taken can be determined by looking at the x-axis and finding the total duration from the start to the end of the journey.

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

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A steep slope indicates a high speed; the steeper the line, the faster the object is moving.

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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 remains at the same distance over time.

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How do you find the distance traveled at a specific time on a distance-time graph?

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To find the distance traveled at a specific time, locate the time on the x-axis and read the corresponding distance on the y-axis.