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 horizontal line on a distance-time graph indicate?

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A horizontal line indicates that the object is stationary (not moving).

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What does a straight diagonal line on a distance-time graph represent?

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A straight diagonal line represents constant speed; the object is moving at a steady pace.

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What does a curved line on a distance-time graph signify?

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

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How can you tell if one object overtakes another on a distance-time graph?

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If one line crosses another line, it indicates that the object represented by the line that rises has overtaken the other object.

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What is the difference between speed and velocity?

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Speed is the rate at which an object covers distance, while velocity includes both speed and direction.

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What is acceleration?

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Acceleration is the rate of change of velocity of an object over time.

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

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A steeper slope indicates a higher speed; the object is moving faster.

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

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A downward slope indicates that the object is returning to the starting point.

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What is the formula for calculating speed?

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Speed = Distance / Time.

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