Graphing position vs. time

Graphing position vs. time

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Physics

11th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does a horizontal line on a position vs. time graph indicate?

Back

The object is not moving.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does a steep slope on a position vs. time graph represent?

Back

The object is moving at a fast speed.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does a gentle slope on a position vs. time graph indicate?

Back

The object is moving at a slow speed.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does a downward slope on a position vs. time graph signify?

Back

The object is returning to the starting position.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does an upward slope on a position vs. time graph indicate?

Back

The object is moving away from the starting position.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does a vertical line on a position vs. time graph represent?

Back

The object is instantaneously at a position (not physically possible in reality).

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How can you determine which runner had a head start on a position vs. time graph?

Back

The runner whose line starts higher on the graph had a head start.

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