Qualitative Graphs

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What does a negative slope on a graph indicate about the movement of an object?

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A negative slope indicates that the speed or height of the object is decreasing.

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CCSS.HSF.LE.B.5

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What does a positive slope on a graph indicate about the movement of an object?

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A positive slope indicates that the speed or height of the object is increasing.

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CCSS.HSF.LE.B.5

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In the context of a height vs. time graph, what does a flat line represent?

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A flat line represents a constant height, meaning the object is not moving up or down.

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CCSS.HSF.IF.B.4

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What does the term 'slope' refer to in a graph?

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Slope refers to the steepness or incline of a line on a graph, indicating the rate of change.

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CCSS.8.EE.B.5

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How can you determine which section of a graph represents the fastest speed?

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The section with the steepest positive slope represents the fastest speed.

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CCSS.HSF.IF.B.4

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What does it mean if a graph shows a section with a constant slope?

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A constant slope means the object is moving at a constant speed.

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CCSS.HSF.IF.B.4

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What is the significance of the x-axis and y-axis in a speed vs. time graph?

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The x-axis typically represents time, while the y-axis represents speed.

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CCSS.8.EE.B.5

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How can you identify when an object is at rest on a graph?

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An object is at rest when the graph shows a horizontal line, indicating no change in position.

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CCSS.8.EE.B.5

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What does a section of a graph with a steep negative slope indicate?

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A steep negative slope indicates a rapid decrease in speed or height.

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CCSS.HSF.IF.B.4

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In a height vs. time graph, what does moving from the ground floor to the first floor look like?

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It appears as a section with a negative slope.

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CCSS.HSF.IF.B.4