Position-Time Graphs

Position-Time Graphs

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Physics

9th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does the slope of a position-time graph represent?

Back

Velocity

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does a horizontal line on a position-time graph indicate about an object's motion?

Back

The object is at rest.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How can you determine if an object is moving faster or slower on a position-time graph?

Back

By comparing the steepness of the slopes; a steeper slope indicates faster motion.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does a negative slope on a position-time graph indicate?

Back

The object is moving in the negative direction.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

If a position-time graph shows a straight line with a positive slope, what can be inferred about the object's speed?

Back

The object is moving at a constant speed in the positive direction.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does the area under the curve in a position-time graph represent?

Back

The total distance traveled by the object.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the significance of the y-intercept in a position-time graph?

Back

It represents the initial position of the object.

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