Distance/Time Graphs & Speed!

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What is a distance/time graph?

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A distance/time graph is a visual representation that shows how the distance traveled by an object changes over time.

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What does the slope of a distance/time graph represent?

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The slope of a distance/time graph represents the speed of the object.

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What does a horizontal line on a distance/time graph indicate?

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A horizontal line indicates that the object is at rest and not moving.

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What does a straight diagonal line on a distance/time graph indicate?

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A straight diagonal line indicates that the object is moving at a constant speed.

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What does a curved line on a distance/time graph indicate?

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A curved line indicates that the object is accelerating or decelerating.

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How can you determine the speed from a distance/time graph?

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Speed can be determined by calculating the slope of the line on the graph.

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What does a steep slope on a distance/time graph indicate?

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A steep slope indicates a high speed.

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What does a gentle slope on a distance/time graph indicate?

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A gentle slope indicates a low speed.

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What is the formula for calculating speed?

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Speed = Distance / Time.

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What does it mean if the distance/time graph returns to the origin?

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It means the object has returned to its starting point.