Interpreting Graphs of Functions Section 4.5

Front

What does it mean when a graph shows a flat line?

Back

The object is moving at a constant speed.

Front

What does it indicate when a graph is sloping downwards?

Back

The object is slowing down.

Front

What does it mean when a graph is sloping upwards?

Back

The object is accelerating.

Front

What does a vertical line on a graph represent?

Back

The object is stationary.

Front

How can you tell if an object is moving faster on a graph?

Back

The steeper the slope, the faster the object is moving.

Front

What does the x-axis typically represent in motion graphs?

Back

Time.

Front

What does the y-axis typically represent in motion graphs?

Back

Distance or speed.

Front

What happens to the graph when an object comes to a stop?

Back

The graph will show a flat line at a certain distance.

Front

What does a curve in the graph indicate?

Back

The object is changing speed.

Front

What does it mean if the graph returns to the starting point?

Back

The object has returned to its original position.