RP 2-2 Acceleration and Graphs

Front

What is the unit of acceleration?

Back

(m/s²)

Front

What does a distance vs. time graph indicate when the line is straight and sloped?

Back

The object is moving at a constant speed.

Front

Which type of object typically moves the fastest in a race?

Back

A biker.

Front

What does negative acceleration indicate about an object's motion?

Back

The object is slowing down.

Front

What does a horizontal line on a distance vs. time graph represent?

Back

The object is not moving.

Front

How is acceleration defined in physics?

Back

Acceleration is the rate of change of velocity per unit of time.

Front

What is the formula for calculating acceleration?

Back

Acceleration = (Final Velocity - Initial Velocity) / Time.

Front

What does a steeper slope on a distance vs. time graph indicate?

Back

A higher speed of the object.

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 negative slope on a distance vs. time graph indicate?

Back

The object is moving back towards the starting point.