Speed-Time & Distance-Time Graphs

Front

What does a constant speed graph look like?

Back

A straight line with a positive slope, indicating that distance increases uniformly over time.

Front

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

Back

No motion; the object is stationary.

Front

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

Back

A high acceleration; the speed of the object is increasing rapidly.

Front

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

Back

Deceleration; the object is slowing down.

Front

What is the formula to calculate speed?

Back

Speed = Distance / Time.

Front

What does the area under a speed-time graph represent?

Back

The total distance traveled by the object.

Front

What does a curve on a distance-time graph indicate?

Back

Changing speed; the object is accelerating or decelerating.

Front

What is the difference between speed and velocity?

Back

Speed is a scalar quantity (magnitude only), while velocity is a vector quantity (magnitude and direction).

Front

What does a vertical line on a distance-time graph represent?

Back

An undefined situation; the object cannot cover distance in zero time.

Front

What does a flat line on a speed-time graph indicate?

Back

Constant speed; the object is moving at a steady rate.