Motion Graphs

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The graph shows the speed of a go-cart during the first half of a 14-minute trip. Which graph represents the motion of the go-cart if it moves at a constant speed during the second half of the trip?

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NGSS.MS-PS3-1

Front

What can be concluded about the car’s motion during the section labeled 2 on the graph?

Back

The car was not moving.

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NGSS.MS-PS3-1

Front

A student is riding his bicycle the 4 km to school from his house. If the student continues riding his bicycle at the same velocity, how much time will it take for him to reach school? Options: 12 minutes, 15 minutes, 20 minutes, 25 minutes.

Back

20 minutes

Front

What can be concluded about the velocity of the two objects from the graphs?

Back

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NGSS.MS-PS3-1

Front

The graph shows the motion of a tow truck. Which statement describes the motion of the truck at point X? Options: The truck is at rest, The truck is slowing down, The truck is moving at a constant velocity, The truck is moving with increasing velocity.

Back

The truck is moving at a constant velocity.

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NGSS.MS-PS3-1

Front

Which graph shows an object that has zero acceleration?

Back

Front

Assuming an object moves at a constant velocity, how long does it take to reach a target 9 feet away if it travels a certain distance in the first 4 seconds?

Back

6 seconds

Front

During which segment of the trip did the truck driver travel the fastest? Segments: Segment 1, Segment 2, Segment 3, Segment 4

Back

Segment 4

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NGSS.MS-PS3-1

Front

A car travels 60 miles in 1 hour. The car travels faster between 0 and 20 minutes than between 40 and 60 minutes. Which graph most likely represents the motion of the car?

Back

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NGSS.MS-PS3-1

Front

What is the best description of the puppy’s motion between 9 and 11 seconds?

Back

The puppy turns around and is running back toward the bench for 2 seconds.

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NGSS.MS-PS3-1