Distance-Time Graphs

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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 a flat line on a distance-time graph indicate?

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

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What does a steep slope on a distance-time graph represent?

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A steep slope indicates that the object is moving quickly.

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

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A gentle slope indicates that the object is moving slowly.

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How can you tell if one object is moving faster than another on a distance-time graph?

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The object with the steeper slope is moving faster.

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What does it mean if two lines on a distance-time graph intersect?

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If two lines intersect, it means that one object has passed the other.

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How do you calculate average speed from a distance-time graph?

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Average speed can be calculated by dividing the total distance traveled by the total time taken.

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What does a downward slope on a distance-time graph indicate?

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A downward slope indicates that the object is moving back towards the starting point.

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What is the formula for average speed?

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Average speed = Total distance / Total time.

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What does it mean if a distance-time graph shows a curve?

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A curve indicates that the object's speed is changing; it could be speeding up or slowing down.