Story Graphs

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What is a story graph?

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A story graph is a visual representation that shows the relationship between two variables, typically time and distance, illustrating how one variable changes in relation to the other.

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CCSS.8.EE.B.5

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What does the vertical scale represent in a story graph?

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The vertical scale represents the dependent variable, which is the variable that changes in response to the independent variable.

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CCSS.8.EE.B.5

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What does the horizontal scale represent in a story graph?

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The horizontal scale represents the independent variable, which is the variable that is manipulated or changed.

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CCSS.8.EE.B.5

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How do you determine the distance traveled on a story graph?

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The distance traveled can be determined by analyzing the vertical scale at specific points along the horizontal scale.

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What does a flat line on a story graph indicate?

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A flat line indicates that there is no change in the dependent variable; for example, the object is stationary.

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What does a steep slope on a story graph indicate?

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A steep slope indicates a rapid change in the dependent variable, suggesting a high rate of speed or change.

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CCSS.8.EE.B.5

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What does a downward slope on a story graph indicate?

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A downward slope indicates a decrease in the dependent variable, suggesting that the object is returning to its starting point.

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CCSS.8.EE.B.5

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How can you identify intervals of acceleration on a story graph?

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Intervals of acceleration can be identified by looking for sections of the graph where the slope is increasing.

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CCSS.HSF.IF.B.4

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What is the significance of the x-intercept on a story graph?

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The x-intercept represents the point in time when the object was at the starting position (distance = 0).

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CCSS.HSF.IF.B.4

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What is the significance of the y-intercept on a story graph?

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The y-intercept represents the initial value of the dependent variable at the start of the observation.

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