Analyzing Graphs of Functions

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What does it mean when a graph is stationary?

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A stationary graph indicates that the value of the function does not change over time; the object is at rest.

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What does it mean when a graph shows acceleration?

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Acceleration on a graph indicates that the speed of the object is increasing over time.

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How can you identify a constant speed on a graph?

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A constant speed is represented by a straight line with a consistent slope on a graph.

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What does a steep slope on a graph indicate?

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

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What does a flat line on a graph represent?

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A flat line represents that the object is not moving; it is stationary.

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How can you determine who is running the fastest from a graph?

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The person with the steepest slope on the graph is running the fastest.

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What does it mean if a graph curves upwards?

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A graph that curves upwards indicates that the object is accelerating.

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What does it mean if a graph curves downwards?

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A graph that curves downwards indicates that the object is decelerating or slowing down.

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What is the significance of the y-axis in a distance-time graph?

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

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What is the significance of the x-axis in a distance-time graph?

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The x-axis represents the time elapsed.