Distance time graphs

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What is the definition of velocity?

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Velocity is a measurement of how fast an object is moving in a specific direction.

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

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A positive slope indicates constant speed.

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What does a horizontal line on a distance-time graph represent?

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A horizontal line represents that the object is stopped (at rest).

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

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A negative slope indicates that the object is returning home.

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What does acceleration mean in the context of a distance-time graph?

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Acceleration refers to an increase in speed, represented by a curve that slopes upwards.

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How can you identify if one runner overtakes another on a distance-time graph?

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One runner overtakes another if their line crosses above the other runner's line.

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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 gradual slope on a distance-time graph indicate?

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A gradual slope indicates a low speed.

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What is the difference between speed and velocity?

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Speed is the rate of motion without direction, while velocity includes direction.

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What does it mean if the distance-time graph is curved?

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A curved graph indicates changing speed (acceleration or deceleration).

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